Short-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

Francis W. Parker Charter Essential Schools; Ayer (MA); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 51 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School in Devens, MA seeks a long-term substitute Spanish teacher to lead a proficiency-based program grounded in the Coalition of Essential Schools principles.

The role emphasizes immersive instruction, portfolio assessments, and student collaboration, with 4 daily classes and advisory leadership. Applicants should be fluent in Spanish, design engaging instruction, and demonstrate understanding of ACTFL standards.

Qualifications

• Spanish-speaking educator with a focus on proficiency-based instruction.
• Experience designing instruction that motivates speaking practice.
• Familiarity with MTEL exams and licensure expectations.

Responsabilités

• teach four 50-minute classes daily
• design instruction that motivates students to practice speaking in Spanish
• assess student work using rubrics
• collaborate with colleagues and lead an Advisory

Connaissances

Spanish proficiency

Classroom management

Proficiency-based instruction

Portfolio assessment

Formation

Master's degree preferred

MA licensure preferred

Teacher training program / MTEL awareness

Description du poste

Francis W. Parker Charter Essential Schools Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School - Devens, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

Francis W. Parker Charter Essential Schools Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School - Devens, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5954018
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School seeks a creative, Spanish-speaking educator to join a mission-driven, student-centered program grounded in the Ten Common Principles of the Coalition of Essential Schools.

• are immersive, proficiency-based, and desk-free
  
• foster organic acquisition of Spanish rather than memorization or rote learning of grammar rules
  
• focus on play-based instruction, community building, and interaction with authentic resources
  
• encourage students to create with the language, while pushing them to the next steps in proficiency according to ACTFL language standards
  
• require students to create portfolios of work and present their learning to show their readiness for promotion.

The responsibilities of this role include:

• teaching four 50-minute classes daily
  
• designing instruction that motivates students to practice speaking the target language with their classmates
  
• assessing student work using rubrics
  
• close collaboration with colleagues, and
  
• leading an Advisory

Successful applicants will be able to:

• facilitate their classes using 95% Spanish
  
• have an understanding of proficiency-based language instruction and the Ten Common Principles, and
  
• familiarize themselves with Parker through the website before applying ( www.theparkerschool.org )

MA licensure and/or completion of a teacher training program strongly preferred but not required; all candidates must pass both the subject area and literacy MTEL exams; master’s degree is preferred; citizenship, residency or work visa is required.

Welcome to Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School

• Parker is a free, charter public school serving 400 students from 40 cities and towns in central Massachusetts. Parker is a mission-driven school aligned to the Ten Common Principles. Students are at the center of all learning, with “students-as-workers” and “teachers-as-coaches.”
• Parker students learn how to learn. Through a project-based curriculum, they learn how to solve problems, think creatively, work together, and persevere in the face of challenge. Parker students communicate effectively, developing exceptional writing and public speaking skills.
• Parker dedicates resources to low student-teacher ratios and hands‑on instruction. Parker teachers work with far fewer students than traditional schools, building authentic relationships and providing personalized attention and feedback.
• Parker takes a team approach to teaching. Many classes are co-taught and interdisciplinary. Classes are heterogeneously grouped. Teachers have time during the school day to co-plan, review student work, and discuss instructional practices.
• Parker teachers are exceptional and rated #1 in the Boston area on Niche. Parker teachers set high standards, build strong relationships with their students, and provide consistent coaching and support. Parker is an excellent place to learn and grow as a teacher. We focus on sharing and improving our professional practice.
• Parker is an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming school for students and teachers of every race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, learning style, disability and more.

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $225 to $275 Per Day
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Language: Spanish

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School is committed to equal employment and educational opportunity for all members of the school community and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, gender identity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability, in the operation of the educational programs, activities, or employment policies.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Gale Stafford , Spanish Domain Lead
• 49 Antietam Street
• Devens, Massachusetts 01434
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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