The mission of Aurora Charter School is to operate a center of learning that embraces academic excellence and celebrates the gift of Latino culture.

Our unique dual language program is designed around the three pillars of dual language education; Bilingualism and Biliteracy, high academic achievement, and sociocultural competence. We strive to ensure that each child develops strong biliteracy skills, achieves at their highest potential, and develops a socio-cultural competence that helps them develop into noble citizens of our community.

Job Summary:

At Aurora Charter School, we believe our greatest resource is the people who form our team. The Elementary Bilingual Teacher, under the supervision of the principal, is responsible for creating a dual-language (English/Spanish) classroom environment that ensures the learning and personal growth of every student, motivating students to become bilingual/biliterate leaders, developing critical thinking skills, and become environmental stewards.

Grades Levels:

Kindergarten (90% Spanish with 10% English Push-In)

3rd Grade (70% English/30% Spanish)

4th Grade (60% English/40% Spanish)

5th Grade (Math/Science Spanish)

Duties/Responsibilities:

Teachers must be committed to preserving the mission, vision, and student success profile of the school.
Create and maintain effective environments for student learning.
Plan instruction and design differentiated learning experiences for a range of needs and abilities utilizing MN standards.
Use formative and summative assessments of student learning to drive instruction.
Collect and analyze student data to improve the school-wide instructional program.
Collaborate with instructional coaches, students, and families to support the academic and social development of students.
Communicate and actively build a strong relationship with students and parents/guardians on a regular basis, including leading parent conferences.
Continually support student behavior with systems for feedback, reflection, and growth, as supported by our PBIS, implemented program.
Attend IEP and 504 meetings as required for your students.
Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional activities.
Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school, including curriculum nights and school events.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Bilingual (English/Spanish), possess a Native to Academic Spanish level
Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum differentiation in target languages
Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior
Able to manage student behavior in a classroom setting
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form in both targeted languages
Able to work well with others in the school community
Skilled in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skilled in pacing and differentiating instruction
Skilled in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
Skilled in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skilled in job-appropriate technology
Skilled in critical thinking and planning

Education and Experience:

A valid Minnesota teaching license in Elementary Education or the ability to obtain one. Bilingual/bicultural endorsement is a plus.
Must be proficient in Native to Academic Spanish
Must be 18 years or older at the time of employment, satisfactorily pass a criminal background check, and comply with organizational and district policies.

Physical Requirements:

Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds.
Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading.

FLSA: Exempt 24-25