Middle School Spanish (LTS) Teacher (Grades 5-8)

Derby Academy; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby Academy in Hingham, MA seeks a Middle School Long Term Substitute Spanish teacher to begin January 2027, through mid-June. You will teach Spanish to grades 5–8 and collaborate with language department and grade-level colleagues to deliver engaging instruction.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for middle school education, embrace collaboration, and develop curriculum that connects classroom learning to real-world contexts, including use of technology and authentic assessment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Spanish or education with a focus on Spanish.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated experience working with middle school students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish to grades 5–8 as a long-term substitute.
• Collaborate with department and grade-level colleagues to deliver language instruction.
• Possible role as advisor, leader of a club, or coach as needed.

Skills

Love for middle school

Collaborative mindset

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Spanish

Job description

Derby Academy, a Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 co-educational day school located in Hingham, Massachusetts, seeks a Middle School Long Term Substitute Spanish teacher beginning in January, 2027 lasting until mid-June. Rooted in the school’s motto, “Improve Both Mind and Heart,” Derby’s Middle School provides students with a joyful and rigorous academic environment. The Spanish teacher will teach Spanish classes, which will range from grades 5-8. The Spanish teacher will also work with department and grade-level colleagues to deliver language instruction and may additionally serve as an advisor, leader of a club, or a coach.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a love of working with middle school students;
• Have enthusiasm, flexibility, and a desire to collaborate with colleagues both on a grade level, department level and across disciplines;
• Have a desire to develop and use curriculum that focuses on authentic, real-world application of learning;
• Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, innovation, problem-solving, and the use of technology;
• Create a supportive and caring classroom environment in which students can learn and interact positively with one another; through student-centered instruction, collaboration and authentic assessment;

Derby Academy is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive educational community and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, color, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

Salary range for this position is $64,277 - $80,564.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Spanish or education with a focus on Spanish, excellent written and verbal communication skills, commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, and demonstrated experience working with middle school students. At least a year of previous teaching experience is preferred, though Massachusetts teacher certification is not required.