Spanish Teacher- Private Elementary School

Position Available

Spanish Teacher- Elementary School, Grades TK-4th

Schedule

Monday- Friday, 8am- 12pm

About the Role

In 1979, Action Day Elementary School has provided a welcoming environment where children can truly thrive. Our unique blend of strong academics, innovative programs, and expressive arts fosters curiosity, confidence, and leadership in every student. With small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and STEAM-integrated curriculum that emphasizes experiential and learning, our students consistently score in the 90+ percentile on statewide tests. Parents especially appreciate our comprehensive extended-care options, covering summer and holiday breaks, as well as our enriching onsite extras. From dance and sports to music, art, and our Innovation Hub, we provide experiences that spark creativity and expand young minds.

In 2025, Action Day Schools was nominated as one of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area! We recognize the essential foundation of any school is its staff. We are proud of our heart-centered, creative, and committed teachers and school administrators who carefully challenge, respect, and encourage each child as a unique individual. Their dedication to our programs are the reason we continue to expand, and we are seeking professional, positive, nurturing individuals to accommodate our thriving school and uphold our reputation of excellence!

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons that incorporate conversation, songs, games, movement, stories, and cultural exploration to make language learning meaningful and fun.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers and school leadership to create enriching learning experiences.
• Foster strong relationships with students and families.
• Support the academic, social-emotional, and cultural growth of every child.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience teaching elementary Spanish (TK-4th grade) required
• Bachelor's degree
• Fluent in spoken and written Spanish and English
• Ability to teach foundational Spanish through games, songs, stories, and hands-on activities and incorporate Spanish language and culture into engaging lessons
• Strong classroom management and inclusive instruction for students of varying needs
• Passion for inspiring young learners through engaging, inclusive, and creative instruction
• A collaborative, reliable, can-do attitude with excellent communication skills and a willingness to support the school community

Qualifications

• Experience with hands-on training with a mentor-teacher, 1:1 coaching sessions, and team check-ins with the Leadership Team
• New Hire Welcome Workshop, Teacher In-Service Staff Development Days, CPR/First Aid certification course offerings & more
• The ability to collaborate with creative team members to design the physical environment to meet the changing needs of young children
• Career Growth Programs and New Leader Trainings with opportunities for leadership roles as a Head or Master Teacher or School Administration

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong classroom management and inclusive instruction
• Ability to inspire young learners through engaging, inclusive, and creative instruction

Benefits

• Full benefits for full-time employees (30+ hours/week)
• Small class sizes
• Family oriented community
• 1:1 student device program
• Flipped classrooms
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Childcare/Private Education Benefits

Pay

$26-32/hr. depending on individual experience, education and position requirements.