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An established educational institution is seeking a passionate K-4 World Languages Teacher to inspire young learners in French and Spanish. This full-time role involves teaching language classes, collaborating with fellow educators, and engaging with parents about student progress. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in language instruction, a commitment to student-centered teaching, and the ability to integrate technology into the classroom. Join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering a love for languages and cultural exploration in a supportive environment.
K-4 World Languages Teacher
Roland Park Country School, a traditionally all-girls K-12 college preparatory school, is dedicated to its students' intellectual and moral development. We cultivate creativity, independence of thought, tenacity of purpose, self-discipline, and emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. We maintain high academic standards, uphold tradition, and promote innovation. We nurture a cooperative, resilient spirit within an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. In a diverse, inclusive, and joyful community, Roland Park Country School strives to instill in its students a lifelong love of learning, as well as the responsibility to look within and beyond themselves to contribute to and serve as stewards and leaders of their communities.
The Lower School world languages program seeks to inspire open-minded, curious, motivated language learners. In grades K-2, students are exposed to French and Spanish. In grades 3-4, students select one language to pursue until Middle School. Instruction is focused on vocabulary development, creative expression, and cultural exploration using storytelling and a variety of hands-on methods, with emphasis on the use of the target language.
The World Languages Department is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach French and Spanish. The teacher will collaborate with homeroom teachers in the Lower School and members of the World Languages Department. As with other Lower School faculty positions, the job includes some supervisory duties, as well as attendance at weekly faculty meetings. There may also be the possibility of teaching an additional section in another division.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK CONDITIONS
BACKGROUND CHECK
A background check (including criminal records and employment history review) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can begin work with RPCS. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status or the start of employment.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
COMPENSATION DISCLOSURE
In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, we are committed to providing transparent wage information for all posted job opportunities. The salary range for this position is $54,000 - $107,500 annually. Compensation is determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
BENEFITS AND ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION
This position includes a comprehensive benefits package and other forms of compensation, including:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT POLICY
RPCS is an equal opportunity employer. The School is committed to equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and decisions, including but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and disciplinary action. RPCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, a medical condition resulting from pregnancy or childbirth, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law (“Protected Categories”).
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply by completing the employment application and submitting a resume, with a cover letter, to HR at hr@rpcs.org.
Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice.