High School Spanish Teacher (2026-2027)

Job Title: High School Spanish Teacher

Department: High School

Reports to: Principal

Classification:Full- time; Exempt

DEFINITION

We are seeking an enthusiastic and qualified High School Spanish Teacher. The ideal candidate will inspire students to develop proficiency in Spanish language skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Under direction to teach and instruct pupils in grades 9 through 12 in high school academic subject matter, social behavioral, and other educational skill areas; to plan, develop, organize and conduct a comprehensive educational program for high school level pupils; to assist high school level pupils; to assist high school level pupils in making appropriate life style adjustments, and in the determination of career and vocational choices and to do other related functions as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach and instruct in subject matter areas commonly found in a comprehensive high school education program.
• Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines.
• Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books, and other learning aids.
• Provides instruction in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandate, school policy, and administrative regulations.
• Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of pupils.
• Review, analyze and evaluate the history, background and assessment of pupils in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs.
• Individualize and adapt instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities.
• Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
• Review, analyze, evaluate, and report pupil academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Prepare, administer, score, record, and report the results of referenced tests, and administers, scores, records and reports the results of group standardized tests in evaluating pupil growth and progress.
• Counsel, confer with and communicate with parents, and school personnel regarding pupil progress, and in the interpretation of the educational program.
• Cooperatively pursue alternative solutions to ameliorate pupil learning problems, and to enhance expanded academic, social and emotional growth opportunities.
• Maintain an effective learning environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays and independent study centers.
• Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids.
• Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the middle school level.
• Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of high school level pupils.
• Academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of high school level pupils.
• Educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and educational trends and research findings pertaining to comprehensive high school programming.
• Behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures.

ABILITY TO

• Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the high school level.
• Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sounds instructional and educational programs.
• Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment.
• Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences.
• Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions.
• Work effectively with staff, students, and public.
• Make independent decisions.
• Work autonomously.
• Organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills.
• Direct and instruct others.
• Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting.

EDUCATION

• Possession of a baccalaureate or higher degree with emphasis in an academic major or minor subject matter fields with the courses needed to meet credential requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education or related field preferred.

CREDENTIAL

• General Secondary, Standard Secondary with major or minor in the assigned area, or a Single Subject in the assigned area. Multiple Subjects. CLAD/BCLAD certification is desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

 The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s function require the following physical demands: Walk, look downward, turn neck (up to continuously), sit, bend (frequently), stand, stoop, squat, reach, push, pull, occasionally kneel and/or crawl. Climb (infrequently); grasp/manipulate materials & supplies (continuously); lift items to 10 pounds (frequently), carry to 10 pounds (occasionally), lift/carry to 40 pounds (infrequently), seeing, hearing and speaking continuous in class

EXPERIENCE

• Previous teaching experience with high school age students preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.

QUALITIES

• Exhibits a public and private, intimate, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Possesses a clear philosophy of passion for excellence in Christian Education and Linfield Christian School.
• Fosters optimum employee/employer relationships.
• Demonstrates integrity in leadership style and decision making.