Marshall Public Schools serves over 2,500 PK-13 students across eight (8) school buildings throughout the Marshall and Albion communities. Our district is unique compared to other school systems because of our geographics footprint with the innovative, educational pathways for our students and families. Marshall Public Schools is dedicated to our mission, “To create ONE equitable, inclusive and innovative educational community.”

SUMMARY:
The Foreign Language teacher is responsible for the planning instruction and/or adoption of the education program to enable students to benefit from educational experiences. The teacher’s role is to motivate each student to develop competencies, knowledge and skills in aurally comprehending, speaking, reading and writing a foreign language in accordance with each student’s ability; to interpret to students the culture of the countries where foreign language is spoken; and to discover and develop special talents of students in foreign language communication.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Position requires a valid Michigan Secondary teaching certificate with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in Spanish (FF) based on completion of a group major (or group minor with successful completion of Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC)).

SPECIFIC RESPONSBILITIES:

Build trust and confidence with students
Teach skills and knowledge in foreign language instruction to students, utilizing courses of study and course level expectations adopted by the Board of Education
Develop lesson plans, instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students
Encourage students to think independently and to express original ideas
Develop student understanding and appreciation of culture in countries where a foreign language is spoken
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive classroom environment
Evaluate student progress in aural comprehension, speaking, reading and writing (where necessary) the foreign language in relationship to the level being taught; report progress on appropriate report card forms
Administer group standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and / or self-selected professional growth activities
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and to interpret the school program
Participate in curriculum development programs and in faculty committees
Maintain discipline in and out of the classroom
Demonstrate an understanding of the district's mission, vision and strategic priorities and actively works to advance them through daily practice and professional conduct
Contribute to the culture and climate of the district by modeling its core values, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment and serving as a committed representative of the district's identity and purpose in all interactions with students, families, staff and the broader community
Meet all contractual obligations as outlined in the Marshall Teachers’ Association Master Agreement
Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents
Perform other related duties that may be assigned by the building principal

FTE:
0.39

SALARY:
Per Marshall Teachers Association Contract (BA or MA)

CONTRACT YEAR:
184 Days

BENEFITS:
Medical, dental, vision and life

2026-2027 School Year: Spanish Teacher (0.39 FTE)