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SUBSTITUTE Teacher or Aides for Early Childhood: Spanish, Chinese, and or Japanese- Immersion Language

Department: Faculty
Reports to: Head of Early Childhood
Status: Non Exempt

(Grades Pre-k Low-K, K & Aides)

Duration: On-Call (M-F) throughout the school term

Compensation:

• Sub Early Childhood Teacher Aides: $24.00/hour and/or
• Sub Early Childhood Teachers: $26.00/hour

SUBSTITUTE Teachers and Aides

The International School of Portland is always looking for passionate educators to join our substitute family! Because our needs change throughout the school year, we proactively build a pool of talented Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese speaking candidates. We pull from this group first when openings occur, and we'd love to have your resume on hand for the moment a need arises.

The International School of Portland is in search of dynamic Substitute Language Immersion educators for our Early Childhood program.

The International School of Portland provides a warm multicultural environment where our students are fully immersed in Spanish, Japanese or Chinese language and culture. Our Language Immersion Substitute teacher or Aide will use the target language (Spanish, Chinese or Japanese) throughout the day while engaged with students.

Are you excited about being creative, through play based inquiry teaching, and motivated by new opportunities and challenges in the classroom? If so, this is also a wonderful opportunity to peek and experience the world of IB/PYP education with our pre-K, Low, K and Kindergarteners! We are seeking those who will be committed to the mission and vision of the International School of Portland, and able to demonstrate the values and traits of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program and Learner Profile while guest teaching and working.

The ideal candidate will be dedicated to meeting the needs of diverse student learners, as well as, committed to being a collaborative team player.

The International School of Portland is committed to small class sizes and our average class size is 14 students. We offer an engaged school community with supportive and interactive parents, where our multicultural environment is appreciated and celebrated.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Capable of quickly traveling to multiple locations on school campus including up and down hills, lifting or otherwise carrying 40 pounds, traveling up/down flights of stairs, standing and sitting for long durations, typing for continuous hours on a computer keyboard, and reading information on a computer screen.

• There may be flexibility for an EC substitute to cover elementary grade levels, specifically from First through Fifth grade

Preferred Qualifications:

• Native level fluency in one of the three languages (Spanish, or Chinese, or Japanese)
• At least 1 year experience working with preschool aged children
• A Bachelor's degree in Education or Early Childhood/Elementary Education is preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of Inquiry Based-Primary Years Program pedagogy is a plus but not necessary
• Experience teaching or working in an immersion program
• Experience working in a multi-cultural environment
• Experience using technology in the classroom
• Candidates offered a position must be able to pass a background check
• Candidates offered a position must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• No visa sponsorships available

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Teaching/Education or equivalent experience

• Basic understanding of spoken and written English

• Demonstrated proficiency in the target language along with demonstrated ability to teach the target language

• At least 6 months -1 year of professional teaching experience in a language immersion classroom or something similar

• Already have or be able to obtain specific certifications and trainings

TO APPLY:

1. COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION https://intlschool.isolvedhire.com/jobs/https://intlschool.isolvedhire.com/jobs/https://intlschool.org/employment/
2. Required attachments:*

• Current resume and cover letter
• Copies of degrees received (unofficial transcripts or diplomas), if available
• Contact information for at least 2 references

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We value a diverse workforce to attain our mission and support our community.

To be considered for this position, please provide (1) a cover letter which describes how your background, work experience and skills make you a great candidate for this position, and (2) a current resume in addition to:

• Completed Employment Application
• Copies of Degree(s) if applicable
• References or Letters of Recommendation
• No new H1-B Visa sponsorship available
• We will consider a Qualified J-1 Visa

**Employment is contingent on successful completion of the Oregon Department of Education Background Check http://www.ode.state.or.us/services/transportation/forms/2282-M.pdf ***

To learn more about our school: www.intlschool.org