Immersive Spanish Teacher for Toddlers–4th (Play-Based)

Bennett Day School Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Transit benefits

HSA/FSA

401(k)

Tuition benefit for children

Job summary

Bennett Day School in Chicago is seeking an Early Childhood and Lower School Spanish Teacher to design immersive, Reggio Emilia-inspired language experiences for students from age 2 through 4th grade. You’ll collaborate with teachers and families to create play-based learning that engages young learners across disciplines.

This full-time role emphasizes cultural understanding, joy in learning, and a strong commitment to inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Advanced fluency in Spanish and English, oral and written.
• 3+ years teaching Spanish to early childhood or elementary students.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and literacy foundations.
• Experience designing play-based or project-based language learning.
• Commitment to inclusive, culturally competent learning.
• Ongoing collaboration and professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach age-appropriate Spanish lessons for 2-year-olds to 4th graders.
• Use immersive, multi-sensory strategies to support language acquisition.
• Integrate cultural perspectives to foster global citizenship.
• Collaborate with homeroom teachers to align units with themes.
• Communicate with families about growth and milestones.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Spanish fluency

English fluency

Early childhood Spanish

Play-based learning

Reggio Emilia

Cultural competence

Collaborative teaching

Child safety

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Elementary Education

World Language Pedagogy

World Language Pedagogy degree

Job description

Bennett Day School in Chicago is seeking an Early Childhood and Lower School Spanish Teacher to design immersive, Reggio Emilia-inspired language experiences for students from age 2 through 4th grade. You’ll collaborate with teachers and families to create play-based learning that engages young learners across disciplines.

This full-time role emphasizes cultural understanding, joy in learning, and a strong commitment to inclusive practice.