Spanish Language Teacher

Spanish Language Teacher
Laurel Hill School – East Setauket, NY
Full-Time, On-Campus | 2026–2027 Academic Year
This position would commence September 2026 - June 2027.

About Laurel Hill School

Laurel Hill School is a leading independent school on Long Island, serving students from infancy through Grade 8. Our ten-acre campus provides a dynamic learning environment that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and character. We pride ourselves on a warm, inclusive community where teachers are deeply valued for their expertise, professionalism, and care.

Position Overview

The Spanish Language Teacher designs and delivers an engaging, culturally rich, and developmentally appropriate Spanish program for students from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator who inspires a genuine love of language and culture, building proficiency across speaking, listening, reading, and writing in an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

The Spanish Teacher is a valued member of the faculty, collaborating with classroom teachers and administrators to support students' academic growth and their appreciation of the diverse Spanish-speaking world.

Reporting Line: Head of Lower School

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive Spanish language curriculum that builds proficiency and cultural awareness across all grade levels.
• Design lessons that are age-appropriate, differentiated, and responsive to varying levels of language development.
• Foster a positive, immersive classroom environment that encourages participation, confidence, and curiosity.
• Submit written lesson plans as required by administration.

Assessment & Communication

• Assess and monitor student progress regularly, providing timely feedback to students and families.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate proactively with administration and families as needed.
• Document all parent communications and submit to administration as required.

Collaboration & School Life

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate language learning into the broader academic program.
• Attend and actively participate in faculty meetings, Back-to-School Night, parent-teacher conferences, school performances, and professional development.
• Serve as an active, engaged member of the Laurel Hill School community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field required.
• NYS Teaching Certification in Spanish preferred.
• Prior teaching experience in a school setting (independent or public) strongly preferred, ideally across the Kindergarten–8 grade range.
• Strong bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with students across a broad age range (Kindergarten–Grade 8).
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, professionalism, and continual growth.

Conditions of Employment

• Submission of a copy of teaching certification and official transcripts required prior to first day.
• Background check and fingerprinting required prior to hire, in accordance with NYS requirements.

Schedule and Compensation

• Full-time, on-campus position aligned with the Laurel Hill School academic calendar.
• Hours: 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Salary: $52,000–$55,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, paid bi-weekly.

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Only applications submitted here will be considered.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Physical Setting:

• Private school

Application Question(s):

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Work Location: In person

Salary : $52,000 - $55,000