PreK to 4th Grade Spanish Teacher

Congressional School seeks a Spanish Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Spanish Teacher is responsible for providing an effective learning environment through planning, organizing, developing, and assessing a comprehensive instructional Spanish program for children in Preschool through Primary School. The Spanish Teacher is knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of children in these age groups and possesses a firm understanding of Spanish language and culture. In addition to the below duties and responsibilities, the Spanish Teacher will be positive, collaborative, innovative, and passionate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, implements, assesses and modifies, as necessary, a dynamic Spanish language program for Primary and Lower School students that aligns with Congressional's mission, vision, and values


• Uses a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach Spanish language and culture


• Organizes classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning.


• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities


• Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences


• Assesses students' knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations and goals


• Actively seeks opportunities for professional development


• Listens and responds to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner


• Actively supports the school philosophy, community, and policies


• Performs other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Spanish, unless native speaker; Master's degree in education preferred.


• Minimum 2 years' experience teaching Spanish, preferably in an independent school.


• Fluency and expertise in conversational and written Spanish.


• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices.


• Strong initiative and organizational skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• An ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment


• A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset