Summary of Position: Milton Academy seeks a Spanish language and culture educator to teach Grades 7 and 8 students in our Middle School. In addition to outstanding teaching ability, we seek an inquisitive, self-directed, and team-oriented teacher.This opportunity is to provide coverage for an extended leave, to begin January 2025 through June 2025.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Teaching and CurriculumDeeply committed to teaching 7th and 8th grade students and possesses strong applied knowledge of Middle School educational pedagogy.Native or near-native fluency in Spanish is required.At least two years of experience teaching the Spanish language at the Middle School level and knowledge of the world’s Spanish-speaking cultures are preferred.Participate in the life of the school outside the classroom, faculty meetings, lunch and recess duties, and advising student activities.Create a student-centered learning atmosphere that fosters a positive classroom environment that encourages student participation and discussion.Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.Stay informed about the latest developments in world language education, trends, and innovations, and incorporate these into the program.Learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion in education; incorporate related principles when designing curriculum, teaching, and engaging with students.Collaborate with Middle School colleagues to develop inter-departmental and cross-disciplinary projects and initiatives, including potentially collaborating with the world language teachers in the Lower and Upper School divisions on curriculum and instruction.Actively support students, providing mentorship and academic guidance.Assess and evaluate student performance through assignments, projects, and observations.Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding academic progress.Click here for the full job description and to apply.