Founding Dual-Language Spanish & French Teacher

Davis Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis School Chicago seeks a founding Spanish & French Teacher for grades 9–12 to develop high-quality language programs. The role emphasizes 90+% target language in class, proficiency-based instruction, and collaboration with colleagues to shape curriculum in a college-preparatory, Jewish-influenced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in language education, is fluent in Spanish and French, and brings 3+ years of teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in Spanish and French language, literature, or education.
• Spanish and French fluency required.
• Illinois Professional Educator License in high school Spanish and French preferred; National Board Certification a major plus.
• 3+ years of teaching experience; experience in college-preparatory or Jewish settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish and French across grades 9–12 with proficiency-based instruction.
• Develop curriculum and learning experiences integrating culture, literature and current events.
• Collaborate with colleagues to build a vertically aligned language program.
• Strive to teach in target languages 90%+ of the time and assess growth with proficiency measures.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Spanish fluency

French fluency

Teaching experience

IL Educator License

National Board Certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in language/education

Master’s degree in Spanish/French education

Tools

ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines

AATSP/AATF membership

Job description

Davis School Chicago seeks a founding Spanish & French Teacher for grades 9–12 to develop high-quality language programs. The role emphasizes 90+% target language in class, proficiency-based instruction, and collaboration with colleagues to shape curriculum in a college-preparatory, Jewish-influenced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in language education, is fluent in Spanish and French, and brings 3+ years of teaching experience.