High School Spanish Teacher (Leave of Absence)

Wayland High School; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b)

Dependent Care Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement pension plan

Job summary

Wayland Public Schools is seeking a substitute High School Spanish Teacher for a leave of absence from November 2 to December 22, 2026. You will teach five high school Spanish sections, foster belonging, and ensure equitable opportunities in line with the Massachusetts frameworks.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in secondary education (Masters preferred), Massachusetts licensure, and SEI endorsement. Strong communication, collaboration with counselors and parents, and commitment to DEI are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• DESE licensure in relevant content area is required.
• SEI Endorsement mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Teach five sections of high school Spanish.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment.
• Provide equitable opportunities for all students.
• Align instruction with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards.
• Collaborate with Academic Support, counselors, and parents to support students.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural competency

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in secondary education or content area

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

PowerSchool

Job description

High School Spanish Teacher (Leave of Absence)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942279
Application Deadline: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLSEMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY2026-2027 SCHOOL YEARJOB POSTINGTitle: High School Spanish Teacher (Leave of Absence)Position Summary: Wayland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and nurturingSpanish Teacherto join our team. This position is for November 2 - December 22, 2026. This role is ideal for an educator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of ouradolescent learners.Duties and Responsibilities (Not limited to):

• Teach five sections of high school Spanish;
• Create an environment of belonging in theclassroom that is conducive to students’ growth as learners and community members;
• Embrace the diversity of the students and ensure that they all have equitable opportunities for learning and belonging;
• Provide appropriate learning experiences in applicable content/skill areas and SEL, guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements;
• Hold high expectations for all students, provide appropriate support, and serve as a facilitator of student learning;
• Actively participate in the accomplishment of the goals and priorities of the department;
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with the Academic Support coordinator, school counselors, administrators, teachers, special educators, METCO liaison, and/or parents/caretakers to provide and monitor appropriate supports for students ;
• Work with district and school leadership to combat systemic barriers that limit student, family, and staff members’ equitable access to opportunity;
• Any other relative duties as assigned.

Experience (preferred, but not required):

• Experience teaching in a proficiency-basedhigh school classroom preferred
• Experience working with students with academic struggles and/or disabilities/special abilities preferred
• Experience working with students who are English language learners preferred
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate
• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in secondary education or content area required, Masters degree preferred;
• Experience: Previous experience working with high school-aged children is highly preferred.
• Cultural Competency: Experience with diverse populations and a strong commitment to Wayland’s goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Professionalism: Strong communication skills and the personal characteristics necessary to serve as a positive role model for students.Education and Experience:

• DESE Licensure: Must hold valid Massachusetts licensure in relevant content area
• SEI Endorsement: Evidence of Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement is mandatory.

Work Schedule and Compensation:

• Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
• Salary:

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive and equitable educational community. WPS encourages candidates of all backgrounds and seeks applicants who prioritize and value diversity, equity, and belonging.

Position Type: Substitute
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Language: Spanish

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Allyson Mizoguchi , Principal
• Wayland High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]