High School Spanish Teacher

Carbondale Community High School District 165; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 44,107 - 53,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick leave

Personal leave

Wellness reimbursement program

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Carbondale, Illinois, is hiring a full-time High School Spanish Teacher to develop students' language skills and foster cultural appreciation. The role requires an Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed in Spanish. Responsibilities include creating lesson plans, promoting a conducive learning environment, and involving parents in education. The starting salary is $49,008. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, along with several leave days.

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed in Spanish is required.
• ESL and/or Bilingual endorsement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish and develop students' knowledge and skills.
• Administer foreign language curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Promote a safe classroom environment for individualized instruction.

Job description

Position

High School Spanish Teacher (full-time) (Posted October 17, 2025)

Type of Position

Licensed Position

Projected Starting Date

August 2026

Primary Functions

To teach Spanish as assigned by the building principal.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have an Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed in the respective area, and an ESL and/or Bilingual endorsement is preferred.

Additional Information

The 2026-27 starting salary for an individual with a bachelor’s degree and zero years of experience is $49,008.00. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Sick Days, Personal Leave Days, Sick Leave Bank; Wellness Reimbursement Program.

The high school district of Carbondale, Illinois serves approximately 1,000 students in grades 9-12. Carbondale has a population of 22,000 and is the location of Southern Illinois University.

The high school provides a comprehensive educational program that provides vocational and college preparatory programs that are influenced by extremes in economic and cultural backgrounds within a diverse student population. Comprehensive co-curricular activities are offered in a broad range of programs in athletics, the arts and student clubs. The high school enjoys a well‑established tradition of excellence and has the support of the community for its school, faculty and administration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carbondale Community High School District 165 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Carbondale Community High School District 165 makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy at https://boardpolicyonline.com/?b=carbondale&s=75676

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge, skills and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading and writing a language other than English, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the native culture of the countries where the language is the primary means of communication.

Essential Functions

1. Develops and administers foreign language education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
2. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
3. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
4. Teaches knowledge and skills in a language other than English, including comprehension, grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, colloquialisms, communication and translation of literature.
5. Develops student understanding and appreciation of the cultures and mores of countries where the language is the predominant or a major means of communication.
6. Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc.
7. Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
8. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
9. Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
10. Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
11. Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
12. Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
13. Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the 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.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. Knowledge of the identified language, in terms of grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, and literature.
2. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
3. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
4. Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
5. Ability to organize and coordinate work.
6. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
7. Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
8. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.