Magnificat High School,
a girls’ Catholic college-preparatory high school,
founded and sponsored by the Sisters of the Humility of Mary,
calls young women to live Mary’s Magnificat in the world
Our Mission
We educate young women holistically
To learn, lead and serve
In the spirit of Mary’s Magnificat
Our Purpose
To empower young women to to be role models for the real world
Job Opening: Spanish Teacher
Magnificat High School is seeking a full-time Spanish Teacher for the 2017-2018 school year. The essential
duties/responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
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Teach five sections of Art, which may include a variety of courses including introductory through advanced Spanish
Serve as a member of the World Languages Department, attending the departmental meetings, developing and updating
course curricula, and supporting the work of the World Languages Department
Keep up-to-date on educational research and proven innovative educational practices
Integrate appropriate technology and online resources to foster a student-centered classroom
Serve as grade level advisor to approximately 12-15 students, overseeing their academic and social growth
Partner with parents to support the holistic growth of students
Serve as a member of departmental teams to support both horizontal and vertical curriculum planning, developing, and
assessing, and coordination of student support
Lead or assist in co-curricular programming
Support school-wide activities and events through supervision and/or participation
Perform other non-teaching duties as assigned by the Deans and President
Required qualifications:
Candidates must possess demonstrated competence and leadership in Spanish/World Languages education. BA & appropriate
state licensure required. Advanced degree is preferred, but not required. An understanding of the developmental needs of high
school students is required; we seek teachers who bring with them a healthy combination of flexibility, energy, creativity, high
expectations and sense of humor. Candidates should be committed to holistic education of young women. Faculty must be able to
actively support the school Mission, philosophy and belief statements in relationships with students, parents, faculty, and visitors.
Candidates should be willing and eager to assist broadly in the life and the School and be highly effective in collaborating and
communicating with colleagues and parents.
The School:
Founded in 1955, Magnificat High School is a Catholic, all girls, college preparatory day school serving approximately 750
young women in grades 9-12 from across Northeast Ohio. The School’s Mission—Educating young women holistically to learn,
lead, and serve in the spirit of Mary’s “Magnificat”—guides the faculty to prepare students for a life of engagement and
leadership after Magnificat. Central to Magnificat’s Mission is our purpose—to empower young women to be role models for the
real world. To fulfill this purpose we expect all of our faculty and staff to serve as role models themselves, upholding our
Mission through their daily decisions and interactions. With a state-of-the-art facility that includes Surround Learning spaces,
Magnificat provides a challenging, balanced course of study in a nurturing, supportive environment that provides for student
choice and advocacy. At Magnificat, faculty are passionate about teaching both their disciplines and adolescent girls, and strive
to constantly reflect and better their practice. To learn more about our school, visit our website at www.magnificaths.org.
To Apply:
Qualified applicants should send cover letter, resume, references and copies of transcripts, copy of license to:
Magnificat High School
20770 Hilliard Boulevard
Rocky River, OH 44116
Attn: Carolyn Offutt, Director of Human Resources
Or via email to [email protected]
Due to limited staff, we respectfully request that interested candidates refrain from attempting to contact us via telephone.
Magnificat High School is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting diversity in the workplace and strongly urges
all qualified individuals to apply.