What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Spanish Teacher position at UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY?
Open Position: Middle School Spanish Teacher
Reports to: Director of the Middle School
FLSA Status: Exempt
When Needed: 2026-2027 Academic Year
FT/PT/R/T: Full/Time Regular-Academic Year
Who We Are:
University Prep (UPrep) is a 6–12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.
Job Summary:
Under minimal supervision, and on a full-time basis, teaches Middle School level Spanish courses as needed.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Teaches four sections of Middle-School level Spanish
- Provides classroom instruction and management
- Serves as an advisor in the middle school
- Collaborates with colleagues, students, parents and administrators as appropriate
- Actively participates in the life of the school including participating in an overnight trip, chaperoning activities, helping with lunchroom supervision, etc.
- Is familiar with and comply with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
- Establish and cultivate community relations by maintaining open dialogue with all the school’s constituencies
- Vigorously engages in their own professional development
- Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Spanish Language or Spanish Studies required
- Master’s degree preferred
- 3 years’ teaching experience preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Fluency in both Spanish and English required
- Flexibility, enthusiasm and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
- Commitment to teaching the whole child
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Understanding of the developmental needs of Middle School-aged students
- A working understanding of Universal Design for Learning and Understanding by Design concepts
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Ability and flexibility to use Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, learning management systems, online meeting and conferencing applications, and operating Audio/Visual equipment.
- Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
- Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
If this sounds like you, please click on Apply Now, complete our online employment application and upload your résumé and a cover letter indicating why you are interested in this position.
Thank you for your interest in this position and in University Prep.
This position is open until it is filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
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This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Salary : $66,723 - $121,310