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Start Your Online Application Now Date of Availability: 08/17/2026 International Spanish Language Academy, ISLA is an IB Spanish Immersion PreK-5 school located in Edina, MN. Its current enrollment is around 500 students. Mission: ISLA, a Pre-K to Grade 5 Spanish immersion community, empowers the whole child by nurturing the development of personal growth, strong character, academic excellence, and global vision. POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct Art instruction for preschool through 5th grade in Spanish Interweave Latin@ cultures into student activities throughout the school year. Infuse global-mindedness into the curriculum on a continual basis. Develop multi-cultural curriculum materials and instructional strategies for elementary students as a part of a specialist team and in conjunction with grade-level teams. Communicate closely and encourage parental involvement, including support for Art shows, portfolios, and more. Create a safe classroom environment. Collaborate with grade-level team members, program specialists, program coordinator, director and other staff regarding program implementation. Maintain knowledge of current and emerging trends, procedures and evaluation processes in immersion Art programs. Participate in regular program planning and staff development activities. Participate in all training programs required for immersion, the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme and Conscious Discipline. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A valid Minnesota elementary teaching license is required. The candidate must have native or near native proficiency in the Spanish and English languages. 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 Enthusiasm to work well in a team environment through cooperation and participation 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 Effective classroom management Enthusiasm for high level of parent involvement International Spanish Language Academy uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online