What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Spanish Teacher position at Redeemer Episcopal Day School?
REDS is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Part-Time Spanish Teacher to join our Middle School faculty for the 2026-2027 school year. This position offers the opportunity to introduce 5th and 6th grade students to the Spanish language and the rich cultures of the Spanish speaking world through an engaging, exploratory program focused on communication and cultural awareness. As REDS expands to include 8th grade by the 2028–2029 school year, this role will evolve to include teaching responsibilities for both 7th and 8th grade.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, age-appropriate Spanish instruction to middle school students using the three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational
- Develop and implement thematic units that build basic vocabulary and conversational skills
- Create opportunities for students to interact in limited social situations using Spanish
- Foster students' awareness and appreciation of the distinct cultures, traditions, and celebrations of the Spanish-speaking world
- Connect language learning to real-world applications that inspire students to become global citizens
- Assess student progress and provide meaningful feedback
- Collaborate with Middle School faculty to support the whole-child development of our students
- Participate in school community events as appropriate
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; degree in Spanish, Education, or related field preferred
- Proficiency in the Spanish language
- Experience teaching middle school students preferred
- Passion for working with adolescents and creating an inclusive, supportive classroom environment
- Commitment to the Episcopal values that guide our school community
- Ability to inspire curiosity, creativity, and active inquiry in young learners
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Position Details
This is a 10-month, part-time position requiring approximately 6 hours per week, typically scheduled over 2 days.
Redeemer Episcopal Day School is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, or disability.