Lower School Spanish Teacher

Washington International School; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Lower School Spanish Teacher for an August 2025 opening. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons to elementary students, fostering a love for the Spanish language and culture while collaborating with a dynamic team. Ideal applicants will have a relevant degree and several years of experience, demonstrating strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of teaching experience.
• Independent school experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in elementary Spanish for grades Pre-K through 5.
• Create interactive lessons on the Spanish language and culture.
• Collaborate with colleagues on thematic units and projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Spanish education

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Lower School Spanish Teacher

There is an August 2025 opening for a full time Lower School Spanish Teacher at Fayetteville Academy.

Position Expectations

The position’s primary responsibility will be the instruction of students in elementary Spanish for grades Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5. The teacher will create interactive lessons that teach students the Spanish language and culture, and provide an immersive experience in the target language through multi-modal, differentiated, and responsive instruction. The candidate will maintain assignments, grades and lesson plans weekly. In addition, the position requires collaborative planning with colleagues for thematic units and cross-curricular projects. Problem solving skills, critical thinking skills, sense of humor, enthusiasm, and collaboration are also important for this position. Effective communication with students, parents, colleagues, and active participation in the expectations of this position are essential.

Educational/Experience Requirements

The successful candidate will have at least a bachelor’s degree in Spanish education (with a master’s degree preferred) and at least three to five years experience. Independent school experience is preferable but not required.

Fayetteville Academy actively seeks candidates who participate in the life of the school and possess strong interpersonal skills that allow them to work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and administration. He/she should be a self-directed individual who is positive, cheerful, solution oriented, flexible, and works well with teams and individuals.

References should speak to an applicant’s ability to be a dynamic educator and to be an effective, supportive mentor of young children.

Please direct a cover letter, resume, and at least three references to Dawn Burt, Lower School Director, at [e-mail].