What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spanish Teacher (K–8) position at The Language Project?
Are you an experienced Spanish teacher who is confident in the classroom and passionate about working with children and adolescents?
The Language Project is hiring a Spanish teacher for the 2026–2027 school year to join one of our partner schools in Baltimore, MD. This position includes Spanish instruction across multiple grade levels, from PreK through 8th grade, and is ideal for an experienced educator who is comfortable working with both elementary and middle school students.
We are specifically looking for a teacher with a strong classroom presence, excellent classroom management skills, and the confidence to lead and engage groups of students across different ages and ability levels.
Position Details
Start Date: As soon as possible
Schedule:
- Monday–Friday daytime school schedule
- Approximately 35 hours per week
- School-year position (through June 2027)
- Consistent weekly schedule aligned with the school calendar
Teaching Levels:
PreK, elementary, and middle school students
Training: Full training and ongoing support provided by The Language Project
Curriculum: Teaching materials, curriculum, lesson-planning resources, and instructional support are provided
Responsibilities
- Teach engaging Spanish classes using TLP curriculum, objectives, and instructional materials
- Create a structured, positive, and productive classroom environment
- Establish clear classroom expectations, routines, and boundaries
- Demonstrate strong and consistent classroom management, particularly with upper elementary and middle school students
- Build positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate classroom expectations
- Complete grading and other classroom responsibilities as assigned
- Participate in applicable school meetings, professional development, and school-related responsibilities
- Communicate and collaborate professionally with school staff and The Language Project team
Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish
- Conversational English or higher
- Eligible to work in the U.S
- Confidence managing groups of students and responding appropriately to challenging classroom behaviors
- Dependable, organized, and consistent
- Ability to establish expectations and follow through with students
- Comfortable receiving feedback, coaching, and ongoing professional development
Experience in a public, charter, or other structured K–8 school environment is strongly preferred.
Why Join The Language Project?
- Full curriculum, lesson-planning resources, and teaching materials provided
- Initial training and ongoing professional development
- Regular support from The Language Project academic and coordination teams
- Opportunity to work with students across multiple ages and Spanish proficiency levels
- Eligibility for an end-of-year completion bonus based on attendance, performance, and successful completion of school-year responsibilities
About The Language Project
Founded in 2011, The Language Project provides high-quality Spanish language instruction in public, charter, and private schools across the United States. Teachers receive ongoing training, ready-to-use curriculum, and continuous support to create engaging and effective language-learning experiences for students.
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30