Upper School Spanish Long-Term Substitute (Fall 2026)

Charleston Collegiate School seeks an innovative and passionate LTS Spanish Teacher for Fall 2026 to inspire and guide students in grades 6 through 12 in developing language proficiency and cultural understanding.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons, focusing on the integration of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
• Scaffold instruction to support individual student needs, using formative and summative assessments to inform teaching practices and track progress.
• Plan immersive cultural experiences such as celebrations, guest speakers, or interactive projects to deepen students' understanding of Spanish-speaking communities worldwide.
• Foster cross-curricular connections by collaborating with colleagues in other disciplines to design interdisciplinary projects that integrate the Spanish language and culture.
• Incorporate Charleston Collegiate School’s pillars of project-based learning to connect language study with real-world applications and cultural exploration.
• Use creative methods and the school’s outdoor campus to provide experiential learning opportunities that engage students in meaningful practice of language skills.
• Provide consistent opportunities for students to engage in authentic language use, including dialogues, presentations, and written reflections.
• Maintain ongoing communication with families regarding student progress, class objectives, and opportunities for additional support or enrichment.
• Exhibit a positive mindset, flexibility, and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Actively participate in student-life activities, including advisory programs, leading clubs, coaching, or organizing after-school initiatives to foster a vibrant community.
• Stay current on best practices in world language education and adolescent development, participating in professional development opportunities to enhance instruction.
• Collaborate with students and colleagues to create an inclusive classroom environment that aligns with the school’s values of empathy, integrity, optimism, community, and advocacy.

Requirements

• College Degree (minimum Bachelors)
• Good working knowledge of Google Suite
• Efficient typing, email, database, spreadsheet, and internet skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and get along with co-workers and management
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, problem-solve, and manage multiple projects
• Ability to present a professional image as a representative of the School
• Current in First-aid training or equivalent

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan
• Retirement benefits
• Full medical/dental coverage

Individual salary is negotiable depending on years of experience and educational background.

About Charleston Collegiate School

Nestled under grand, moss-laden live oaks, Charleston Collegiate School offers a fifty-acre campus of playing fields, wooded trails, and an outdoor education center. Located on beautiful Johns Island, CCS is twenty minutes from Charleston's historic district and the beach resorts of Kiawah and Seabrook Islands. The school was founded in 1970 to serve local families who valued quality education.

Mission Statement - Charleston Collegiate School’s mission is to empower students in a student-centered approach that values collaboration, innovation, and individuality to become resilient leaders for 21st century careers.