CA: Spanish Curriculum Specialist

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OPPORTUNITY
The Curriculum Specialist in Spanish will support teachers in the implementation of the Green Dot Spanish Program at multiple high schools.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
> Provide teachers with instructional coaching and support to implement grade level CCSS and CA World Language Framework-aligned instruction to ALL students, including English Learners, Standard English Learners, Gifted and Talented Students, and Students with Disabilities.
> Promote standards-based instruction by providing demonstration lessons, focused observations, and professional development on research-based instructional strategies and classroom practices and provide opportunities for teacher reflection.
> Assist with curriculum planning and development to ensure mastery of the CCSS standards and Green Dot selected curricular materials.
> Support in the design and implementation of the Spanish Language program strategic plan
> Assist teachers with the diagnosis of student difficulties in Spanish classrooms through the use of student data and evidence and the planning of appropriate intervention strategies for diverse learners.
> Work collaboratively with school site administration and department chairs/ teacher leaders to plan and facilitate Spanish professional development.
> Engage in other duties relevant to the successful implementation of the Spanish Language Program

QUALIFICATIONS
As an ideal candidate, you:
> have at least 4 years teaching experience at the high school level
> have experience teaching native speakers, non-native speakers, and/or AP Spanish
> have a bachelor’s degree plus successful completion of the CBEST and CSET examinations (a Master’s in Education or related field preferred)
> have a valid CA Single Subject Spanish Credential
> have solid knowledge of subject matter including CA State Framework for World Language Standards
> have solid knowledge of adult learning theory and new teacher developmental needs
> have excellent verbal and written communication skills (essential)
> possess both knowledge and understanding of the needs of a diverse student population (EL, SEL, SpEd, and gifted and talented)
> are experienced in developing and facilitating professional development
> are dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities we serve
> will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.

COMPENSATION
The starting salary range for this role is $82,000 to $92,000. Opportunities for salary growth are available over time; however, offers near the upper end of the salary range are uncommon. Individual education and experience will be considered when issuing offers.

Green Dot also offers one of the most robust and comprehensive benefits packages in the industry (for both you and your dependents):
> Full-time employees are eligible to participate in Green Dot’s benefit plans effective on the first of the month following their date of hire.
> PPO, EPO and HMO choices for medical, dental and vision - including a 100% employee-only paid option; multiple tiers available for purchase at a reduced cost for dependents (visit https://www.mygreendotbenefits.com/ for more information)
> Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid)
> Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance
> Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
> Monthly parking for Central Office-based employees (100% employer-paid)
> Wellness programs and resources
> Financial planning/coaching access
> California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions
> Optional 401k contribution option
> Eligible employees receive a discretionary bonus after one year of service as an alternative to a traditional company match at a rate up to 4% of your salary (match of deferral) plus 20% of 4% (to offset taxes on the discretionary bonus).
> Access to telecommuting/hybrid policy (eligibility determined by hiring manager)
> Potential for annual performance-based compensation increases
> Potential for annual bonuses
> Approved family care and/or medical leave (unpaid)
Green Dot also offers generous paid time off for an overall work-life balance, while giving employees the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students:
> 10 days of paid time off during the school year for personal illness/injury (a portion of which may be used for personal necessity)
> An additional 15 days (minimum) of paid time off each year for our Winter and Spring breaks* (which include the Christmas and New Year’s holidays)
> An additional 10 annual paid holidays (MLK Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day and Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Day after Thanksgiving)
> 3-5 days of paid bereavement leave (if needed)

*May be adjusted annually

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted and we are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

Green Dot Public Schools has embedded a diversity, equity and inclusion lens in our organizational culture, as well as in our educational and talent practices. We are committed to hiring those who reflect the diversity of our communities, and we recruit, employ, support, compensate and promote employees, without regard to their actual or perceived race, religious creed (including religious dress or grooming practices), color, national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken), physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), parental status, age (forty (40) and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, citizenship, immigration status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Please note that Green Dot Public Schools California is unable to sponsor any applicant for a temporary or permanent U.S employment-based visa, nor hire any applicant currently holding a temporary U.S. employment-based visa.
Green Dot California Central Office, Los Angeles, CA
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