HS Music Teacher 27-28

The American School Foundation of Guadalajara, A.C.Guadalajara, JaliscoOn-siteFull-timeJunior, 1–2 yearsListed 2 hours ago

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About this role

***Apply by January 13th***

Thank you for your interest!

At ASFG, we are deeply committed to our mission statement and learning goals. We believe that by nurturing  purposeful learners, critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, and engaged community contributors , our students—future leaders in Mexico and beyond—will develop the skills, understanding, and aspiration to shape a bright and sustainable future.

We value belonging and are committed to an ongoing process of cultivating a welcoming environment. This means continuously listening, learning, and adapting to ensure that every student and family feels seen, heard, and empowered to thrive.

The High School Teacher at ASFG is not merely a teacher of content but a cultivator of global citizens. They are responsible for providing an intellectually challenging and emotionally nurturing environment, preparing students for a successful transition to college and beyond.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field

- Valid teaching certification

- Minimum of 2 years of high school teaching experience

- Previous international teaching experience is preferred

Responsibilities:

Social Emotional Learning:

- Foster a thriving, caring, and just community in the classroom.

- Teach students to understand and manage their emotions, thoughts, and actions.

- Promote empathy, respect, and a sense of belonging among students.

Instructional Strategies:

- Utilize a variety of instructional strategies including but not limited to Critical and Creative Thinking Development, Literacy Development, Non-linguistic Representation of Information, Research & Inquiry, Collaborative Learning, and Interdisciplinary Learning.

Daily Expectations:

- Be present from 7:45 am to 2:45 pm, except on Wednesdays until 4:00 pm.

- Attend all planned department meetings.

- Respond to emails on a daily basis and to parents within 48 hours.

Office Hours:

- Be available for 1 hour per week before or after school for student help.

- Actively invite students who are falling below learning expectations to attend office hours.

Classroom Management:

- Implement common rules and guidelines in the classroom.

- Use Google Classroom for assignments and feedback.

Event Participation:

- Attend and participate in school events like International Eco-Race with International Family Day, ArtFest, Winter Giving Celebration and graduation.

Professional Development:

- Participate in Wednesday faculty meetings and all-school training.

Work Hours / Dates

Monday to Friday: : 7:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. Wednesday from 7:45 to 4:00

Yearly Start/End Dates: This position reports for work on the Tuesday of the second week of August, and stops working on the Friday of the second week of June.*