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Start Your Online Application Now<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Fislaacademy%2FOnlineApp%2FJobPostings%2FView.asp%3FAppliTrackJobId%3D112&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C992b91bc1a344ecd2b9708dd81ba5a35%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638809359565622082%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dbFXvT0ZmetiaB%2FLzbFQUItsKACYVVTTVWTOB1c1v9Y%3D&reserved=0> Date of Availability: 08/11/2025 Date Closing: 05/02/2025 POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Carry out all responsibilities associated with elementary immersion music specialist teaching assignment. * Conduct music instruction in Spanish if possible * Ability to teach band * Interweave Hispanic cultures into music instruction throughout the school year. * Infuse multi-cultural education and concepts into the music/band curriculum on a continual basis. * Develop multi-cultural music/band curriculum materials and instructional strategies for elementary students as a part of a school-wide team. * Communicate closely and encourage parental involvement regarding music curriculum goals. * Create a safe classroom environment. * Collaborate with school-wide team members (classroom teachers, director, and other staff) regarding program implementation. * Maintain knowledge of current and emerging trends, procedures and evaluation processes in immersion programs. * Participate in weekly program planning and staff development activities. * Participate in all training programs required for immersion and the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A valid Minnesota elementary music teaching license is required. Spanish Language proficiency highly desirable. A minimum of one year of elementary school experience is preferred. A minimum of six months of living in a Spanish speaking country is preferred. Prior immersion classroom teaching experience is preferred. Familiarity with the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme is also preferred. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Ability to relate positively to elementary-age children. * Enthusiasm and a strong commitment to the full immersion teaching philosophy. * Enthusiasm and a strong commitment to the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme. * Excellent proven communication skills (non-verbal, oral, written, and listening.) * Ability to implement creative and innovative teaching strategies. * Good organizational skills and flexibility in relating to students, parents, peers, and supervisors. * Must be able to work well in a team environment through cooperation and participation. * In-depth knowledge of a Hispanic culture. * In-depth knowledge of the music discipline. * Ability to appropriately teach children with different ability levels and learning styles. * Ability to understand that students are individuals, and the skill to work effectively with individual strengths and needs of students. * Knowledge and ability to creatively instill the love of learning in students. * Ability to incorporate international cultures into lesson plans throughout the year. * Creatively strive to make connections with parent, other classes, community, and beyond. Application Procedure: Apply Online International Spanish Language Academy uses the applicant tracking<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.frontlineeducation.com%2Fsolutions%2Frecruiting-hiring%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C992b91bc1a344ecd2b9708dd81ba5a35%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638809359565651544%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4lgTXfUyP%2B4yxfGr%2F4t2UdyeXuSjA1kEmEwdKTqVeNk%3D&reserved=0> system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online This email may contain information that is confidential or attorney-client privileged and may constitute inside information. The contents of this email are intended only for the recipient(s) listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are directed not to read, disclose, distribute or otherwise use this transmission. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission. Delivery of this message is not intended to waive any applicable privileges.