FIFTH AREA SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION
SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY
TEMPORARY ROLE - ENDS MAY 2026
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree (BA) from a four-year accredited college or university. Experience working with children and parents preferred.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following responsibilities represent the minimum requirements of the 5th Area Specialist position. The position requires 6.5 hours per day with an additional 1.0 hours per week attending after school professional development/clubs. The 5th Area Specialist reports to and is evaluated by the Principal or designee.
Decsription of 5th Area Specialist – World Languages
Our World Languages class provides students with engaging and meaningful opportunities to explore language, culture, and global awareness. This class is designed to introduce students to foundational concepts in world languages while deepening their understanding of diverse cultures and perspectives.
Through interactive lessons, storytelling, music, and collaborative activities, students will:
Build early language acquisition skills
Explore cultural traditions from around the world
Develop respect and appreciation for linguistic and cultural diversity
Strengthen communication, collaboration, and global citizenship
Our World Languages Specialist creates a learning environment where students are encouraged to think globally, appreciate differences, and develop the foundational language skills that prepare them for future language study. This class helps students broaden their worldview and fosters curiosity, empathy, and cultural pride.
PLANNING
INSTRUCTION
Develop student understanding and mastery of content
Demonstrate and clearly communicate content to students
Engage students in academic content
Check for understanding
Maximize instructional time
Create classroom culture of respect and collaboration
Set high expectations for academic success
LEADERSHIP
Contribute positively to school culture
Collaborate with peers
Seek professional skills and knowledge
Advocate for student success
Engage families in student learning
PROFESSIONALISM
Demonstrate a pattern of regular daily attendance
Demonstrate a pattern of on-time arrival
Demonstrate a pattern of following state, corporation, and school policies and procedures
Demonstrate a pattern of respectful interactions with students, colleagues, parents/guardians, and community members
OTHER
Operate and care for equipment used in the learning environment
Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as determined by the Principal or designee
