Spanish Teacher

Position Overview: Inly School seeks a compassionate and engaging Spanish Teacher to join our community starting August 2026. The Spanish Teacher will teach students from Lower Elementary through Middle School (Grades 1 - 8), fostering language acquisition in an engaging, hands on manner. This full-time role will not only provide a vibrant learning experience but will also immerse students in the joy and depth of Spanish language and culture. Inly School is an independent PreK–8 Montessori-plus School located in Scituate, MA that serves over 200 students from 20 South Shore towns and is deeply rooted in Montessori, child-centered, and inclusive educational practices. At Inly, our Montessori practices foster an inclusive community of learners who explore and shape themselves and the world with joyful curiosity, courage, and compassion. We commit to anti-racist and anti-bias teaching, and we actively seek faculty who share our dedication to collaboration, respect, empathy, and the holistic development of each child. Position Structure This is a full-time Spanish teaching position responsible for the design, delivery, and vertical alignment of Spanish instruction for students from Grade 1 through Grade 8. The Spanish Teacher leads a cohesive world language program that supports early exposure, skill development, and language mastery in preparation for secondary school readiness. Key Responsibilities Spanish instruction at Inly evolves from immersive exposure in the early years to increasingly structured, mastery oriented language study in Upper Elementary and Middle School, preparing students for placement into advanced Spanish courses at competitive secondary schools. Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate Spanish instruction for students, fostering a joyful, inclusive, and culturally responsive language learning experience. Create a Spanish language environment in Lower Elementary (Grade 1 - 3) that emphasizes listening, speaking, and supporting confidence and curiosity around language learning. Provide increasingly structured instruction in Upper Elementary (Grade 4 - 6) and Middle School (Grade 7 -8), with explicit focus on vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, and oral communication. Develop and implement lessons and assessments that support language mastery and prepare Middle School students for secondary school placement. Collaborate with classroom teachers and specialist colleagues to integrate Spanish instruction with interdisciplinary projects, curricular themes, and schoolwide initiatives. Support students’ social emotional development in alignment with Montessori values, emphasizing respect, empathy, independence, and community. Maintain clear documentation of curriculum, student progress, and assessment practices across grade levels. Strong Candidates Will Have: A Bachelor’s Degree (in Spanish Education, or a related field); Master’s preferred. At least three years of teaching experience, ideally with diverse age groups and/or in a Montessori setting. Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish and English. A collaborative spirit and a desire to contribute to Inly’s progressive, inclusive environment. A commitment to anti-bias education and the creation of a welcoming, inclusive classroom community. An understanding of, or willingness to learn, Montessori philosophy and methods. Working Expectations: Your role is essential in nurturing and developing young minds. Our expectations for this dynamic position include: Stationary and Active Balance: This role requires a balance between remaining stationary and actively engaging within the school environment. Your presence and participation are vital in both settings. Mobility and Resource Utilization: Our campus is a sprawling campus 13 acres with multiple buildings. The ability to move about the school is necessary for accessing and utilizing various resources, which are integral to our operation. Clear and Effective Communication: As a pivotal member of our team, your ability to communicate information and ideas clearly is essential. This ensures a robust and understanding network among staff, students, and parents. Physical Involvement: The role regularly involves lifting items, including children, weighing up to 30 pounds. This aspect of the job is crucial for supporting the physical care and educational activities of our students. Outdoor Activities Engagement: Our curriculum incorporates daily outdoor activities, requiring you to work in various weather conditions. This aspect of the role is instrumental in promoting outdoor learning and appreciation among our students. Inclusivity and Support: We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment. If requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Adaptability and Role Evolution: As our school grows and evolves, so may your role. Our supervisors are always looking to enhance our team's skills and may revise or add duties to reflect these changes. Flexibility and a willingness to adapt are appreciated as we all strive towards our common goal of exceptional education and care Benefits: We offer Competitive Pay and Benefits. Benefits offerings include Medical with HSA plan, Dental plan, Retirement 403(b), Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Flexible spending accounts, Vision care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Legal Shield and Aflac. A Note to Potential Candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary folks and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. To apply for this position, please email your resumé and cover letter to: employment@inlyschool.org.

Salary : $70 - $90