About this role
This position is a 1.0 FTE located at the Syphax Academic Center. The World Language Teacher Specialist works under the direction of the World Language
Supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Assist with curriculum and assessment development across all world language programs.
- Help monitor program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Assist with program evaluation and textbook adoption.
- Support world language staff and content supervisors in implementing specific courses.
- Help plan and lead in-service meetings and professional development workshops for staff.
- Support the supervisor with community presentations and advisory committee work.
- Help teachers use effective teaching methods and instructional practices.
- Review and evaluate commercially produced materials, including software, web-based applications and other digital resources.
- Stay current on research in second language acquisition.
- Work as a collaborative team member within the Office of World Languages and the Office of Academics
Experience
- Successful teaching experience as a world language educator.
- Knowledge of and experience with assessment practices for second language acquisition
Qualifications
- Hold or be eligible for Virginia licensure.
- Licensure in the following areas: one or more of the modern or classical languages, ESL.
- Endorsement in elementary and secondary education.
- Advanced Low or higher proficiency (ACTFL scale) in a language other than English; Spanish preferred.
- Strong writing and speaking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teachers, administrators, parents, and parent organizations.
- Knowledge of innovations in teaching methodologies for second language learning.
- Familiarity with current research on second language acquisition and instruction.
- Proficiency with technology and digital tools for instruction and productivity.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and lead staff development activities and curriculum projects.
- Ability to collaborate with the Advanced Academics, Office of English Learners, Office of Special Education and the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Student Support.
Salary
- Salary based on the 2026-27 T-Scale salary schedule. ($56,458-$144,723)
Please Note: Arlington Public Schools receives a high volume of applications for many positions. As a result, only candidates who are identified as meeting the qualifications and whose experience and skills best align with the needs of the school, department, or office may be contacted for an interview. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or individual contact regarding the status of an application.
Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.