Kindergarten Spanish Teacher

The Dalton School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dalton School in Manhattan's Upper East Side seeks a full-time Elementary (Kindergarten) Spanish teacher starting September 2026. The role emphasizes the three modes of communication and cultural perspectives, with a commitment to anti-racist pedagogy and inclusive practices.

The ideal candidate has K-5 language teaching experience, native-like Spanish, proficiency in ACTFL standards, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to design engaging curricula and work

Qualifications

• Minimum three years relevant teaching experience; elementary teaching strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices in pedagogy, curriculum, and community engagement.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Teach kindergarten Spanish classes in full and half-groups.
• Design engaging curricula and lessons; collaborate with department colleagues.
• Engage actively in departmental and school-wide inclusion efforts.
• Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment.

Skills

Spanish teaching

Curriculum design

Inclusion

Communication skills

Educational technology

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Salary Range:$80,000 - $178,000. The position on the scale will be based on years of teaching experience and education.

Exemption Status:Exempt

The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan's Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student's evolving needs, interests, and abilities. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community.

We are seeking a full-time Elementary (Kindergarten) Spanish teacher starting September 2026.Spanish at Dalton is taught through the three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational), with attention to the cultural products, practices, and perspectives of the Spanish-speaking world. We are committed to ongoing curricular and pedagogical anti-racist work, and we seek a candidate who shares that commitment and who can contribute to our efforts. Our ideal candidate has K-5 language teaching experience and native-like proficiency in Spanish. Language teaching/methodology training and understanding of ACTFL standards and proficiency guidelines is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Teach kindergarten Spanish classes in full and half-groups;
• Design engaging curricula and lessons, collaborate with others in the department;
• Engage actively in departmental and school-wide inclusion efforts;
• Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment;

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years relevant teaching experience; elementary teaching strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices, with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, and community engagement;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Facility with relevant educational technologies.

The Dalton School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law in the administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics, and other school-administered programs.