High School Spanish Teacher for School Year 2026-2027

Spanish High School Teacher School Year 26-27

Job Description

Job Title: Spanish Teacher
Location: Northside Charter High School
School Year: 2026-2027

About Us

Northside Charter High School is a public, college-preparatory charter school serving grades 9–12 in North Williamsburg/Greenpoint (Brooklyn, New York). Our mission is to provide an enriching and innovative learning environment where students achieve postsecondary readiness, and our vision is that college completion becomes both expectation and reality for all students. We pursue this mission through an explicit IDEA commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Anti-Racism, actively dismantling barriers and treating every identity as an asset. 

Our community lives on four core values: Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Integrity, which guide every policy and interaction.

Position Summary

Northside Charter High School seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Spanish Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate will foster a love for language learning and cultural exploration while developing students’ proficiency in Spanish through engaging and interactive lessons. This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative educational environment committed to student success and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons in Spanish language and culture, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

• Student Engagement: Foster an inclusive and dynamic classroom culture that motivates students to participate actively in language learning.

• Cultural Exploration: Incorporate cultural studies and activities to deepen students’ understanding and appreciation of Spanish-speaking countries.

• Assessment and Feedback: Develop and administer assessments to evaluate student progress, provide timely and constructive feedback, and tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

• Differentiation: Adapt lessons to accommodate various learning levels and styles, ensuring all students are supported and challenged.

• Classroom Management: Maintain an organized, respectful, and positive learning environment.

• Collaboration: Work with colleagues to align curriculum, share resources, and participate in professional learning communities.

• Parent Communication: Maintain open and proactive communication with parents and guardians about student progress and classroom activities.

• Professional Growth: Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in world language instruction and pedagogy.

• School Community: Participate in school events, committees, and initiatives to contribute to the broader school culture.

• Assignment Expectations:

Although this position is titled Spanish Teacher, you may also be required to teach an elective course to fulfill a full-time schedule. This assignment may or may not be evenly balanced with your designated Spanish courses, depending on scheduling and institutional needs.

• Professional Responsibilities: Consistently adhere to all deadlines, including the timely submission of lesson plans, the accurate and up-to-date maintenance of the gradebook, and the completion and submission of teacher reports by designated deadlines. Demonstrate punctuality and maintain a professional demeanor and outlook daily.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field.

• Valid teaching certification for secondary Spanish (or ability to obtain certification before the start date).

• Proficiency in Spanish and a strong understanding of language acquisition methods.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field.

• Experience teaching Advanced Placement (AP) Spanish or dual-credit courses.

• Familiarity with incorporating technology into language instruction.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including professional development and education growth reimbursement to support your career advancement.

• Fully funded FSA/HRA plan provided by the school to help cover healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Supportive work environment with access to mentoring, instructional resources, and opportunities for collaboration.

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