High School Spanish Faculty

Sequoyah School; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Sequoyah School in Pasadena, CA seeks a dynamic high school Spanish faculty member for the 2026-27 school year. The role emphasizes a communicative approach with authentic language and culture experiences, requiring native or near-native Spanish fluency and at least five years of teaching experience.

A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s or PhD is preferred. The position includes assignments across multiple sections, tertulias, advising, and participation in field studies both on and off

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant teaching experience.
• Experience teaching Spanish language.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Teach multiple Spanish courses, including honors-level Sequoyah Advanced Studies.
• Lead weekly Spanish conversation groups (tertulias).
• Advise a group of 10-12 students.
• Supervise SIP program activities and Talking Leaves presentations.
• Chaperone annual camping trips and participate in morning meetings.
• Commit to equity, inclusion, and anti-racist teaching.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or PhD preferred

Job description

Details
Posted: 05-Aug-26
Location: Pasadena, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $68,000 – $111,588
Categories
Foreign Languages
Salary Details
depending on experience and education
Required Education
4 Year Degree

Founded in 1958, Sequoyah School is an independent progressive K-12 day school in Pasadena, California, built on the belief that diversity of all kinds is fundamental to a powerful education. Students find joy and deep learning as they navigate through curriculum while teachers guide problem-centered classrooms that foster curiosity through intellectual exploration and opportunities for application. The school’s mission to challenge the mind, nurture the heart, and celebrate human dignity is evidenced in its place-based program and signature experiences like Field Studies, the Social Innovation Program, Talking Leaves, and more. Sequoyah School seeks a dynamic educator to teach in its high school Spanish program. This faculty member will inspire students to engage with Spanish language and culture through a communicative approach where authentic experience with language and culture is prioritized.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year.

The Full-time Faculty Position Responsibilities Include

• Teach a combination of 4 sections per year and 2 sections per semester of Spanish courses (including honors-level Sequoyah Advanced Studies courses)
• Teach one section of an elective for one semester
• Facilitate Spanish language tertulias (weekly conversation groups)
• Act as an Advisor to a group of 10-12 students
• Facilitate a group in the Social Innovation Program (SIP) during the weekly SIP block
• Supervise Talking Leaves presentations twice a year
• Act as a chaperone and driver for a camping trip once per year (with optional second trip)
• Attend Morning Meetings daily
• Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and must have experience teaching Spanish language.
• A bachelor’s degree is required, a master’s or PhD preferred.
• Native or near native fluency in Spanish.

Successful Candidates Will Also Have The Following Qualifications

• A commitment to equity and inclusion
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a K-12 school setting
• Demonstrated interest in inquiry-based, experiential, and deeper learning and competency-based assessment
• Interest in participating in field studies/camping trips
• Interest in interdisciplinary learning and teaching
• Teach from an inclusive, anti-racist standpoint
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of high school students.

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About Sequoyah School

Founded in 1958, Sequoyah School is an independent progressive K-12 day school in Pasadena, California, built on the belief that diversity of all kinds is fundamental to a powerful education. Students find joy and deep learning as they navigate through curriculum while teachers guide problem-centered classrooms that foster curiosity through intellectual exploration and opportunities for application. The school’s mission to challenge the mind, nurture the heart, and celebrate human dignity is evidenced in its place-based program and signature experiences like Field Studies, the Social Innovation Program, Talking Leaves, and more.

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