Spanish Teacher (Secondary)

Wiggins, CO; Nauti; On-site; INR 5,228,000 - 7,129,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiggins, CO is seeking a Secondary Spanish Teacher for FY 2027-28. The candidate must hold a Colorado Teaching License with Secondary Spanish endorsement or be able to obtain it before start date. A Bachelor's in education is required, with teaching experience preferred.

The role features a 4-day school week (160 days total) and a salary based on experience. Responsibilities include implementing district curricula, assessing student progress, managing a safe classroom, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Colorado Teaching License with Secondary Spanish endorsement or ability to obtain before start date.
• Successful prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Spanish curriculum aligned with standards.
• Create safe, inclusive classroom promoting language learning.
• Prepare lesson plans and materials to support language proficiency.
• Teach listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Use assessments to monitor progress and guide instruction.
• Maintain attendance and grade records.
• Communicate with students and parents about progress.

Skills

Spanish instruction

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Colorado teaching license (Secondary Spanish)

Job description

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Foreign Language - Spanish
• Date Posted:
  10/15/2026
• Location:
  Secondary
• Date Available:
  08/01/2027

Spanish Teacher (Secondary)

Position Title: Spanish Teacher FY 2027-28

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Certification/License: Must hold a Colorado Teaching License with Secondary Spanish endorsement or have the ability to obtain prior to start date. Must meet highly qualified requirements for teaching assignment.

Education: Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignments.

Experience: Successful prior teaching experience preferred.
Compensation: Salary is regionally competitive and based on experience and training.
Work Schedule:4-Day school week, 160 total days, 145 student days

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the Secondary Spanish Teacher is responsible for facilitating student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills. This is achieved through implementing district-approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress and expectations. The teacher will foster a learning environment that encourages independent thinking, creative writing, and effective communication skills.

Essential Functions

• Develops and implements Spanish language curriculum aligned with district goals, state standards, and best practices in world language instruction.
• Creates a classroom environment that is safe, inclusive, and conducive to language acquisition and student engagement.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that support progressive language proficiency and cultural understanding.
• Teaches Spanish vocabulary, grammar, syntax, pronunciation, reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
• Integrates cultural studies, authentic resources, and real-world applications into instruction.
• Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and varying language proficiency levels.
• Uses formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
• Maintains accurate records of attendance, grades, and student achievement in accordance with district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages student participation, collaboration, and effective communication in the target language.
• Communicates regularly with students and parents regarding academic progress and expectations.
• Maintains classroom management and student behavior consistent with school and district policies.
• Collaborates with colleagues and participates in faculty meetings, professional learning communities, and committees.
• Selects, requisitions, and maintains instructional materials, textbooks, and language-learning resources.
• Participates in professional development related to world language instruction and cultural competency.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Assistant Principal and Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of Spanish grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments. Equal Opportunity Employer.
FLSA Status: Exempt