High School Spanish Teacher (SY 25-26)

Prospect Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate High School Spanish Teacher to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll create a nurturing and structured classroom environment while fostering student growth and development. You'll collaborate closely with educational leaders to enhance curricula and inspire students to reach their full potential. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact a diverse student body and contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to equity in education. If you're enthusiastic about teaching and committed to making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(K) with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education strongly preferred.
• NYS teaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3 sections of Spanish and lead an Advisory.
• Collaborate with Principal and Department Head to improve curricula.

Skills

Spanish Language Proficiency

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

Join the Prospect Schools teaching staff in our move to drive student growth and develop young minds.

As a High School Spanish Teacher, you will help to create a classroom that is a warm, well-structured, and organized learning environment where consistent routines and expectations are set for your students and for yourself.

About Us

Prospect Schools is a high performing, intentionally diverse, K-12 college preparatory charter network with six schools in Brooklyn. We have set a vision to become, by 2025, the leading network of intentionally diverse schools where students and educators can work, learn, and thrive. We hope you’ll join us on this journey.

Our experienced team of leaders and educators works hard every day to prepare a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning. We are committed to offering a rigorous educational experience to all of our students regardless of background, familial income, or geography, because we believe all children have the right to a high quality education. The strong relationships across our communities allow us to push our mission forward each day for more than 2,100 students.

Our Core Values:

1. Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically.
2. Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion in our work.
3. Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity.
4. Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance.

Responsibilities:

1. Work closely with our school Principal, Department Head, and subject teachers to continuously improve and iterate on relevant curricula.
2. Teach 3 sections of Spanish (Spanish I and/or Spanish II or III levels).
3. Lead an Advisory.
4. Use assessment data, student work, and other information to inform plans for student and class objectives.
5. Operate with the belief that all students can and want to learn.
6. Prioritize each student’s academic and social-emotional development.

About You

1. Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education strongly preferred.
2. NYS teaching certification preferred.
3. An active community builder who believes in collaborating across teams and functions in order to achieve results.
4. A deep belief in our mission & vision with a strong enthusiasm for integrating public education and commitment to an anti-racist community.

Compensation and Benefits

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
2. Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week.
3. 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule.
4. Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options.
5. Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
6. Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues, from family care to mental health services.