25-26 Hiring: Probationary High School Spanish Teacher

CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; Chappaqua (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is on the lookout for a passionate and knowledgeable Spanish Teacher to join its vibrant community. This role involves creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that prioritizes students' social and emotional well-being while implementing innovative teaching strategies grounded in current educational research. The ideal candidate will be committed to fostering a sense of belonging and engaging students through culturally relevant practices. With a focus on professional development and collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives, starting in the upcoming school year.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentor support

Qualifications

• NYS Spanish Certification is mandatory; teaching experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with ACTFL Standards and evidence-based instructional methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging learning activities that apply Spanish to daily life.
• Foster a positive classroom environment prioritizing students' well-being.

Skills

Knowledge of ACTFL Standards

Designing learning activities

Creating inclusive classroom environments

Implementing social-emotional learning strategies

Data analysis for instruction

Culturally relevant practices

Collaborative professional development

Education

NYS Spanish Certification

Job description

25-26 Hiring: Probationary High School Spanish Teacher JobID: 528

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching
  
  
• Date Posted:
  2/4/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Horace Greeley HS
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/28/2025
  
  
• Closing Date:
  03/31/2025
  
  

The Chappaqua Central School District is a community of six schools serving 3500 students in Westchester County. We are seeking excellent educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic, supportive relationships with students. We are committed to hiring an inclusive teaching staff to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools.

Chappaqua CSD is looking for a thoughtful and knowledgeable educator to serve in the anticipated probationary position of Spanish Teacher at Horace Greeley High School beginning 8/28/2025.

Note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Familiar with ACTFL Standards and uses them for unit and lesson plan development.
2. Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of Spanish to everyday life with knowledge and experience using ACTFL proficiency standards preferred.
3. Fosters a positive and inclusive classroom environment that prioritizes the social and emotional well-being of students and nurtures a sense of belonging.
4. Implements evidence-based social-emotional learning strategies to promote emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the RULER approach is preferred.
5. Utilizes current educational research to inform instructional practices, ensuring lessons are grounded in evidence-based methods.
6. Implements formative assessments regularly to gauge student understanding.
7. Incorporates formative and summative data analysis into lesson planning to tailor instruction and address individual learning needs.
8. Infuses culturally relevant practices into curriculum design, ensuring that lessons reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.
9. Integrates diverse perspectives and voices into instructional materials and resources to broaden students' understanding of the world.
10. Engages in regular, collaborative professional development to enhance collective knowledge and skills, reinforcing the idea that the team's efficacy is greater than individual efforts alone.
11. Uses NYS standards as a foundation for setting clear learning goals and expectations for students, providing a roadmap for their academic progress.

Certification/Experience:

NYS Spanish Certification required; experience teaching Spanish preferred.

This position includes a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional development and mentor support.

Salary Range (as of 24/25 school year): $70,467 - $151,438