What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Spanish Teacher position at Westchester Country Day School?
Westchester Country Day School, a Pre-K through 12th grade independent school located in High Point, NC, seeks a High School Spanish teacher to join our faculty starting in the 2026-27 academic year. Responsibilities typically include teaching five sections of High School Spanish classes in addition to serving as a High School advisor and club sponsor. Westchester’s High School Spanish program includes Spanish I, II, III, IV, and AP Spanish, and blends language acquisition with meaningful cultural experiences. Students engage in authentic materials such as film, music, and literature, while also exploring the histories, traditions, and perspectives of Spanish-speaking countries. Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, as well as building cultural awareness and global understanding through interactive and immersive learning experiences.
The ideal candidate holds a B.A. in Spanish, preferably a Master’s degree in Spanish or education, is comfortable with and knowledgeable of a variety of student developmental levels and skills, designs lessons that develop critical thinking and reading skills, and has experience teaching writing at the secondary level. Experience teaching at the middle or high school level is preferred.
Westchester teachers are professional, build strong relationships with students, and are active members in all aspects of the school community. All Westchester faculty members are committed to professional growth and the school’s mission and philosophy.
Submit a cover letter, resume, and references via https://www.westchestercds.org/about/employment. Questions may be directed to Penny Rowe at penny.rowe@westchestercds.org