What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Spanish Immersion Preschool Teacher position at The New Century School?
We Are Seeking a Lead Spanish-Immersion Preschool Teacher
The New Century School, an innovative independent school in Baltimore, is seeking a passionate Lead Spanish-Immersion Preschool Teacher to lead our classroom for children ages 2–3.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, energetic educator who is committed to helping young children acquire Spanish naturally through meaningful interactions, play, music, stories, movement, and exploration. The successful candidate will speak Spanish exclusively with students throughout the school day, creating an authentic language-immersion environment where children develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
The position begins on August 24, 2026, and continues throughout the 2026–2027 school year.
What will you do in this role?
- Lead a classroom of two-year-old children, creating a warm, safe, joyful, and engaging learning environment.
- Speak Spanish with students throughout the school day, fostering natural language acquisition through daily routines, conversations, songs, stories, games, and creative activities.
- Inspire young learners to develop a love for the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures.
- Guide classroom assistants to ensure a consistent and authentic Spanish-immersion experience.
- Support each child's cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and language development.
- Maintain a safe, well-organized classroom and ensure the health and well-being of every child.
- Observe children's progress and communicate regularly with families.
- Participate in school events, cultural celebrations, and ongoing professional development.
We are seeking someone who:
- Is a native or near-native Spanish speaker and is committed to speaking Spanish with students throughout the school day.
- Has experience working with toddlers or preschool-aged children.
- Creates engaging, hands-on learning experiences that spark children's curiosity and enthusiasm.
- Understands child development and provides a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
- Is warm, patient, energetic, and playful.
- Collaborates effectively with colleagues and families.
- Embraces a culturally responsive approach to teaching and values diverse perspectives and experiences.
- Meets Maryland requirements for early childhood instructional staff.
If you are passionate about early childhood education and believe that young children learn language best through joyful immersion, we invite you to apply.
Join our team and become part of a community that values bilingualism, curiosity, creativity, and the joy of learning.
The New Century School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $18 - $24