Middle School Spanish Teacher

Description of position

• Teach sections of Middle School Spanish spanning across 6th, 7th, and 8th grade
• Depending on qualifications, subjects taught may include: Spanish Individuals and Societies, Spanish Acquisition, Spanish Language Studies
• Collaborate with other Spanish and Humanities teachers across the division
• Develop unit planners in line with the IB’s philosophy, including hands-on investigations and real-world projects
• Serve as an advisor or grade leader for middle school students
• Plan and facilitate division-wide clubs, electives, or fulfill supervisory duties as required by the Middle School Division
• Write detailed narrative reports twice per year
• Aid in organizing the annual Spanish language trip
• Aid in organizing the annual DELE (Spanish proficiency) exams
• Foster a positive, inquiry-based learning environment
• Support students outside of class as needed during the school day
• Provide timely and consistent feedback to students and families
• Communicate effectively and build strong partnerships with students, families, and colleagues
• Attend and chaperone trips (as needed)
• Model and promote kindness, positivity, and integrity both in and out of the classroom

Requirements

• Teaching experience, preferably in a middle school setting; experience teaching in an independent, international, or IB school is a plus
• Degree in History, Spanish language, or education, and/or significant experience and skill with teaching humanities and/or language courses
• Familiarity with and commitment to inquiry-based learning
• Supportive, student-centered approach and ability to differentiate instruction effectively and intuitively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective classroom management skills with commitment to restorative practices and positive behavior support
• High level of comfort and experience with educational technology including Google Suite (or a sincere willingness to learn these tools)
• Collaborative spirit and a commitment to being a team player
• Dedication to professional growth and participation in school-wide initiatives

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: minimum $65,731 to maximum $107,899 (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Fully paid individual health and dental insurance
• Health reimbursement account and flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Royally generous paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• Robust access to professional development from year one