Dynamic Middle School Spanish Teacher — Long-Term Substitute

Congressional School; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Congressional School in Falls Church, VA seeks a Long Term Substitute Spanish Teacher starting February 2027 to cover through the 2026-27 academic year. The teacher will design and deliver a comprehensive Spanish program for Middle School students, aligning with the school's mission and values.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Spanish (native speaker exempt) and preferably a Master's in Education, with at least two years of Spanish teaching experience in an independent setting, along with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Spanish, unless native speaker; Master's degree in education preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience teaching Spanish, preferably in an independent school.
• Fluency and expertise in conversational and written Spanish.
• Knowledge of child development and educational practices.
• Strong initiative and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Joyful, collegial and collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Develops a dynamic Spanish language program for Primary and Lower School that aligns with Congressional's mission, vision, and values.
• Uses a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach Spanish language and culture.
• Organizes classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Assesses students' knowledge for refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Actively seeks opportunities for professional development
• Listens and responds to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner
• Actively supports the school philosophy, community, and policies
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director

Skills

Fluent Spanish

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative / team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Spanish

Master's degree in education (preferred)

Job description

Congressional School in Falls Church, VA seeks a Long Term Substitute Spanish Teacher starting February 2027 to cover through the 2026-27 academic year. The teacher will design and deliver a comprehensive Spanish program for Middle School students, aligning with the school's mission and values.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Spanish (native speaker exempt) and preferably a Master's in Education, with at least two years of Spanish teaching experience in an independent setting, along with