Date posted:2024-11-28 | Writer: AMERICAN SCHOOL OF GUATEMALA / COLEGIO AMERICANO DE GUATEMALA (CAG) | Email: [email protected]
The American School of Guatemala was founded in 1945 and is an independent, non-profit, non-denominational, college-preparatory institution that offers a rigorous academic program modeled after the best educational practices and methodologies of the United States of America. CAG is founded on the principles of a co-educational, bi-cultural (Guatemala-United States), bilingual (Spanish-English) program and is fully accredited in the U.S. by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and recognized by the Guatemalan Ministry of Education as a Laboratory School.
With enrollment of approximately 1,813 students, the school focuses on continuity in a P-12 one-school model, committed to student-centered learning and community connectedness. The school seeks educators who value cultural context and find ways to innovate on the teaching and learning experience at CAG. Therefore, CAG educators are collaborative, enthusiastic and optimistic about a student-centered learning environment and, as role models, inspire students, parents and colleagues as values-oriented, innovative, dynamic, actively-engaged and service-driven professionals. Leaders at CAG are highly visible for students, teachers and CAG families and model an innovative spirit in the ongoing improvement and pursuit of excellence of the American School of Guatemala.
School’s MissionThe mission of the American School of Guatemala is to empower its students to achieve their full potential and to inspire them to lead meaningful lives as responsible members of a global society.
Definition of LearningAspirational learning at CAG is a dynamic and iterative process that engages learners in authentic experiences that further develop their unique values, voice and purpose. In a physically, socially and emotionally safe environment, learners are empowered to be the co-designers and co-creators of their own learning as they collaborate, innovate and act ethically and empathetically to make an impact on an ever-changing world.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITIONIn its effort to be a leader in regional independent education, CAG works to promote a robust educational experience through the articulation and implementation of standards across content areas. CAG Teachers in Grades 2-5 are responsible for providing instruction in the areas of English Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science in integrated units of study, according to the School’s established curriculum. Values education and social emotional learning are integrated within the units and reinforced through Responsive Classroom activities such as Morning Meeting, Class Meetings, Service Learning projects, and the Project Based Learning teaching method. Each teacher is assigned to one section of students, consisting of approximately 22-24 students, and shares a classroom with a teacher from the Spanish language program who also works with the same group of students at times during the day designated for instruction in the Spanish language. Teams of teachers from the five sections in each grade level collaborate to develop units, activities and common assessments.
DETAILS OF THE POSITION - A successful candidate will:• Possess an elementary endorsement and have experience teaching in an integratedself-contained classroom.• Demonstrate proficiency in researching, synthesizing, and implementingElementary-level education and the developmental needs of Elementary schoolaged students.• Collaborate with a bilingual assistant and Spanish teacher.• Collaborate in different settings such as grade level or vertical meetings and withcounselors, student support specialists, applied arts teachers, and instructionalcoaches.• Integrate project based learning opportunities and find meaningful ways to integrate relevant cross curriculum teaching to support student learning.• Integrate Responsive Classroom approach focusing on the strong relationship between academic success and social-emotional learning.• Develop curriculum with curriculum leaders and P12 faculty to achieve alignmentthroughout the school.• Use data to inform instruction and support student achievement at the highestlevel of standards.• Effectively leverage technology and the school’s adopted virtual programs asan integral part of high-quality instruction, assessment and communications.• Model academic excellence for students by holding self and students highlyaccountable to achieve excellence.• Engage students actively and positively in classroom discussions and work toinspire students through teaching and learning.• Actively engage in student life activities outside of the assigned course schedule.• Communicate student progress and engagement with confidence, consistency, and accuracy.• In collaboration with the department team, develop appropriate and unique forms of common assessment to demonstrate curriculum breadth and student achievement.• Implement the curricular standards with rigor, purpose, and planning.• Demonstrate effective communication skills to support a partnership with parents, peers, and students.• Develop professional goals within the CAG Faculty Reflection and GrowthFrameworkContact the school directly to apply.