Part-Time Foreign Language Teacher (Grades 7-8): Nativity Catholic School

Diocese of Saint Petersburg; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Florida is seeking a dynamic part-time Foreign Language Teacher for 7th and 8th graders. Responsibilities include delivering a curriculum focused on grammar and cultural literacy while preparing students for high school language exams. The role also allows for additional hours as a substitute teacher. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Education or World Languages and a Florida Teaching Certificate. A high level of fluency in the target language and English is necessary, along with flexibility and commitment to Catholic identity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, World Languages, or a related field required.
• Florida Teaching Certificate or eligibility in the target language.
• High level of proficiency in both the target language and English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a rigorous 7th and 8th-grade curriculum focusing on grammar and vocabulary.
• Prepare students for Level 1 or Level 2 high school placement exams.
• Serve as a substitute teacher to support school operations.

Skills

Fluency in target language

Classroom management

Cultural literacy

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or World Languages

Job description

Nativity Catholic School is seeking a dynamic, faith-filled Foreign Language Teacher to lead our 7th and 8th-grade students. This role focuses on preparing middle schoolers for high school language programs by developing their linguistic proficiency and cultural awareness.

This is a part-time position with the unique opportunity to increase hours by serving as a preferred substitute teacher on campus when not scheduled for language instruction.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Targeted Instruction: Deliver a rigorous 7th and 8th-grade curriculum focusing on grammar, vocabulary, conversation, and cultural literacy.
• Bridge to High School: Prepare students for Level 1 or Level 2 high school placement exams.
• Flexible Support: Optionally serve as a substitute teacher for other subject areas to support school operations and increase weekly hours.
• Faith Leadership: Integrate Catholic identity into the classroom through prayer and the study of global Catholic traditions.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a professional and engaging environment suitable for the middle school developmental stage.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, World Languages, or a related field (required).
• Certification: Florida Teaching Certificate (or eligibility) in the target language.
• Fluency: High level of proficiency in both the target language and English.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to a middle school schedule and assist with school-wide needs.

Employment Requirements

• Clearance: Successful completion of a Level II background screening (FDLE Fingerprinting).
• Safe Environment: Completion of the Diocese of St. Petersburg Safe Environment Training.