• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

All Staff Responsibilities

• Provide a safe school environment—indoors and out—per directives regarding building operations (keys, fobs, alarm codes), the Daystar Distinctives, and Responsive Classroom practices.
  
  
• Participate in brief staff prayer at 7:35 AM, Monday through Thursday, in the Gathering Place.
  
  
• Participate in school engagement events to promote positive school culture.
  
  
• Complete assigned arrival and dismissal duties.
  
  
• Fulfill essential job functions based on one's specific job description; and during times of school drills or emergencies, assist others as able.
  
  
• Be punctual, appropriately dressed, and prepared for work on assigned days and times.
  
  
• Model positive and respectful interactions with students and all members of the Daystar community at all times.
  
  
• Be an excellent ambassador of Daystar Academy at all times.
  
  
• Respect all school procedures and chain of command.
  
  
• Adhere to all requirements outlined in the Staff Handbook and comply with school policies.
  
  
• Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees.
  
  

PYP Spanish Teacher Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times.
  
  
• Promptly communicate any observations or concerns regarding students' academic progress, social interactions, or behavior to the appropriate Lead Teacher or administrator.
  
  
• Refer all parent inquiries or concerns to the Lead Teacher or Director.
  
  
• Collaborate effectively with teachers and staff through clear communication, problem-solving, flexibility, and encouragement.
  
  
• Support and implement the Responsive Classroom management philosophy and practices.
  
  
• Integrate faith into all teaching responsibilities in alignment with Daystar's mission and Statement of Faith.
  
  

• Plan and implement PYP Spanish through skill-based instruction and cultural immersion for students in Kindergarten through Grade 5.
  
  
• Use Daystar's Transdisciplinary Program of Inquiry as a guide for Spanish instruction, developing thematic lessons in collaboration with classroom teachers.
  
  
• Foster Spanish language skill development and familiarity with cultural norms and customs from the global community, in alignment with the IB's mission to empower globally minded students.
  
  
• Plan and teach in compliance with the IB PYP Standards and Practices and Daystar's curriculum expectations.
  
  
• Follow IB and school expectations related to lesson and unit planning, teaching, and reflecting.
  
  
• Submit unit plans as prescribed by the Director of Lower and Middle School.
  
  
• Differentiate instruction to meet the varying linguistic and academic needs of students across grade levels.
  
  
• Assess and reflect on one's teaching in relation to student learning, remaining open to feedback and coaching.
  
  
• Maintain records related to student growth and achievement, supporting and extending as needed.
  
  
• Maintain student work samples including teacher feedback and assessment; encourage students to reflect on their work and progress throughout the year.
  
  
• Provide assessment feedback to students and parents in a timely manner, including updating the Toddle platform regularly.
  
  
• Communicate in an ongoing and meaningful way with students' parents/guardians about academic and/or behavioral concerns through progress reports and parent-teacher conferences.
  
  
• Use data consistently to inform instructional practice and support students' academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth.
  
  
• Set up and maintain a creative, orderly, clean, and favorable learning environment.
  
  
• Teach students the proper care, use, and maintenance of classroom materials.
  
  
• Create and regularly reflect on annual individual goals based on the Daystar Academy staff evaluation.
  
  
• Actively participate in staff planning meetings, prayers/devotions, and professional growth opportunities, including IB PYP training.
  
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.
  
  

PYP Support Teacher Responsibilities

• Become familiar with Daystar's curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Framework.
  
  
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers in grading and in providing individual and/or small-group instruction.
  
  
• Plan and implement small-group lessons as guided by the cooperating Lead Teacher.
  
  
• Work with Lead Teachers in developing and reflecting on IB Unit Planners.
  
  
• Provide in-house substitute coverage for Lead Teachers as needed.
  
  
• Stay informed and reflective about educational issues and best practices.
  
  
• Suggest classroom activities (implementation subject to Lead Teacher approval).
  
  
• Assist in setting up and maintaining a creative, orderly, clean, and favorable learning environment.
  
  
• Demonstrate and reinforce respectful use of materials and the classroom environment.
  
  
• Help Lead Teachers with administrative and classroom maintenance tasks.
  
  
• Support the Responsive Classroom management philosophy and practice.
  
  
• Communicate observations or student concerns (academic, social, or behavioral) to the Lead Teacher.
  
  
• Ensure the safety of all students at all times.
  
  

• Greet students and ensure safe entry into the building.
  
  
• Keep the car line moving for continuous student drop-off.
  
  
• Supervise students during lunch in the cafeteria: monitor noise level and behavior, ensure a safe and inclusive environment, and communicate concerns to the homeroom teacher.
  
  
• Supervise children in hallways, the lunchroom, and on the playground.
  
  
• Reinforce classroom directions and procedures.
  
  
• Support students' social-emotional development during free play, including conflict resolution.
  
  

• Attend and participate in in-service training, IB Training, and other meetings as requested by the Lead Teacher or Director of Lower and Middle School.
  
  
• Collaborate professionally with teachers, support staff, and administration to maintain consistency and continuity.
  
  
• Use effective problem-solving, flexibility, and communication in collaboration with peers.
  
  
• Build trust through respectful and professional relationships with parents.
  
  
• Share relevant parent communication with the cooperating Lead Teacher.
  
  
• Defer parent questions or concerns to the Lead Teacher.
  
  
• Seek administrative approval for professional learning opportunities aligned with the program.
  
  
• Partner with Lead Teachers in giving feedback during Parent/Teacher Conferences about students' academic and social-emotional development.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• While we welcome global applicants, we can currently only accept international applicants already paired with a Visa organization.
  
  
• Bachelor's degree in education, world languages, Spanish, and/or a related field preferred.
  
  
• Growth mindset about teaching and learning.
  
  
• Commitment to Daystar's Statement of Faith and to teaching at a Christian school.
  
  
• Commitment to the faith development of Daystar students.
  
  
• Knowledge of and/or experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program (PYP) is a plus.
  
  
• Experience in world language instruction across multiple grade levels is preferred.
  
  
• Proficiency in Spanish; native or near-native fluency preferred.
  
  
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and families in a faith-based community.