Impactful Middle School Spanish Teacher

National Association of Independent Schools; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 62,407 - 140,253; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

403(b) retirement plan contribution

Generous paid time off

Free lunch and parking

Childcare discounts

Job summary

National Association of Independent Schools is seeking a dedicated Spanish Teacher for grades 5th-7th, starting in late August 2026. This full-time position at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC requires a strong background in teaching Spanish and an appreciation for the Quaker values.

The successful candidate will create an inclusive classroom environment, implement lesson plans, and support the social-emotional growth of students. Comprehensive benefits include health plans, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• 3-5 years of teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming classroom reflecting the School’s Quaker identity.
• Execute lesson plans and provide instruction to diverse student abilities.
• Record and communicate student progress to parents/guardians.
• Collaborate with colleagues for curricular alignment.
• Support student social-emotional growth.
• Manage student behavior in and out of the classroom.

Skills

Collaboration

Empathy

Classroom Management

Spanish Language Teaching

Student Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or related field

Job description

National Association of Independent Schools is seeking a dedicated Spanish Teacher for grades 5th-7th, starting in late August 2026. This full-time position at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC requires a strong background in teaching Spanish and an appreciation for the Quaker values.

The successful candidate will create an inclusive classroom environment, implement lesson plans, and support the social-emotional growth of students. Comprehensive benefits include health plans, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.