2024-25 Spanish Teacher for Lower School Grades - Positive Work Culture

Our mission at Calvary Day School is to provide a Christ-centered educational experience for students Birth – 12th grade through the development of the total student- spiritually, academically, socially, and physically.

Our vision is to cultivate in our students a lifelong passion to learn, lead, and serve through Christ-centered college-preparatory educational excellence. 

Calvary Day School offers a full menu of benefits employees are eligible to participate in immediately including medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 403(b) program with matching, paid time off, and lunch every day you are working. Visit this link to view the value of the total compensation package for a teacher at Calvary Day School. 

Calvary Day School is seeking a passionate educator in our Lower School Spanish department to instill a passion and skill for Spanish as a language and culture. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Essential functions may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties employees perform in this position. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job. 

Embrace Christ-Centered Values:

Integrate Christian principles into daily lessons, exemplifying Christ's teachings.

Foster a classroom environment rooted in faith, love, and biblical principles.

Pursue Excellence:

Dedicate yourself to academic rigor, preparing students for both college and life.

Uphold the highest standards of integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Nurture Development:

Recognize and develop each student's unique spiritual, academic, social, and physical gifts.

Create a learning environment that encourages growth and exploration.

Model Servant Leadership:

Teach and exemplify servant leadership principles to students, staff, and families.

Provide opportunities for service and witnessing, instilling a sense of responsibility and humility.

Cultivate Relationships:

Foster a culture of empathy, fellowship, and respect among students, staff, and parents.

Prioritize healthy, meaningful relationships as the foundation of spiritual growth and discipleship.

Radiate Joy:

Infuse joy into the learning environment through gratitude, smiles, and laughter.

Celebrate character and achievements, choosing joy daily as a testament to God's blessings.

If you are passionate about shaping young minds in a Christ-centered, excellence-driven, and joyful community, we invite you to apply for this rewarding teaching opportunity at Calvary Day School.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, this individual must be highly relational and able to perform each essential duty with excellence.  

Candidates should possess a deep commitment to our Christian values, with a demonstrated ability to integrate faith seamlessly into academic guidance. 

A successful candidate will have a strong educational background, preferably with a bachelor’s degree or higher, and a desire to develop a passion for learning and creating in their field of expertise, and a teaching certification. 

Effective communication skills, empathy, and the ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with students are crucial. 

Candidates should be well-versed in educational technologies and open to incorporating AI-driven tools into their advisement practices. 

At Calvary, we seek educators who view academic advisement not only as a means to guide students toward excellence but also as an opportunity for spiritual mentorship, contributing to the development of each student spiritually, academically, socially, and physically.

Physical Requirements

In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

Additional Responsibilities & Information

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties, essential nature, and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job. A current background check and drug screen will be required for employment.

Calvary Day School stands against racial, gender, and ethnic discrimination and affirms the intrinsic worth of every person because the Bible teaches that every individual is made in the image of God. While the ministerial exception doctrine provides an exemption from federal employment discrimination laws in hiring and retention, Calvary Day School hires faculty and staff based on the above requirements and follows procedures and policies to prevent and deal with employment discrimination. Calvary Day School leverages the oversight of the Board of Trustees to ensure good policies and practices are followed by the school administration. 

We value and honor our talented faculty and staff who meet the job qualifications and desire to share their faith and belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. We look forward to leading the way in valuing and honoring individuals of every race, gender, and ethnicity.