What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Spanish Teacher position at Action Day Schools?
Since 1984, Action Day Middle School has been empowering students in grades 5–8 to become independent thinkers, confident leaders, and lifelong learners. Our educators create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that encourage intellectual curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and healthy risk-taking. With small class sizes, a strong sense of community, robust electives, athletics, and enrichment opportunities, our team is committed to developing the whole child while preparing students for success in high school and beyond.
We’re growing and expanding, and to accommodate our thriving organization, are seeking professional & proactive individuals who believe in our mission of creating excitement for learning in a fun and loving environment. In 2025, Action Day Schools was nominated as one of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area and we have positions open for candidates with the same tenacity, determination, and love for fun as we do. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!
Position Available: Full-time Middle School Spanish Teacher- 5th- 8th Grade
Start date: August 3, 2026
As our Middle School Spanish Teacher, you will bring language and culture to life through dynamic, student-centered instruction that sparks curiosity and builds confidence. You'll create engaging learning experiences that encourage students to communicate in Spanish, explore diverse cultures, and develop skills that extend far beyond the classroom. By balancing academic rigor with creativity and fun, you'll help students build a strong foundation for future language studies while fostering a lifelong appreciation for global perspectives and communication.
Compensation: $65,000-70,000/yr. depending on individual experience, education and position requirements.
Professional Development Opportunities For Teachers at Action Day Schools:
- Hands- on training, 1:1 coaching sessions, and team check-ins with the Leadership Team
- New Hire Welcome Workshop, bi-monthly Head & Master Teacher Meetings, In-Service Staff Development Days, CPR/First Aid certification course offerings & more
- Tuition loan payment plans available to help Team Support Teachers complete the core Child Development courses and become teacher-qualified.
- Staff Referral Bonus Programs
- 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 Training with opportunities for leadership roles as a Master Teacher or School Administration
- A Leadership team of brilliant Program Directors dedicated to empowering teachers and creating a fun place to work that offers challenge, motivation, and career opportunities
Our ideal candidate will come to us with:
- 3-5 years of teaching experience
- Fluency in Spanish and experience teaching Spanish language and culture in an educational setting
- Bachelor’s degree
- Masters in Education or Related Field (preferred)
- Current Teaching Credential (preferred)
- A love and passion for working with students
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A reliable, can-do attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow!
Benefits of full-time employees working 30 hrs/wk at Action Day Middle School include:
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay- including a paid holiday closure at the end of December!
- Medical, dental, and vision
- FSA
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Childcare/Private Education Tuition Discount Benefits-- At Action Day Schools, it is our goal to enrich the lives of both you and your children!
Salary : $65 - $70