Spanish Language Coach (Grades 5-8) - Fluency & Culture

Mafla; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayerweather Street School seeks an energetic Spanish teacher for grades 5–8, starting 08/28/2026. The role emphasizes developing fluency, cultural understanding, and a student-centered approach within a diverse educational community.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and regular parent communication. Applicants should be familiar with OWL, TPR, and TPRS approaches and committed to equity and belonging in education.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OWL, TPR, and TPRS teaching pedagogies.
• Understanding of progressive education philosophy.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach students to develop Spanish fluency in grammar, spelling, pronunciation, vocabulary, and composition.
• Guide students in conversational Spanish.
• Develop cultural understanding of Spanish-speaking countries.
• Create a curriculum focused on authentic, real-world learning applications.
• Foster a supportive classroom environment with student-centered instruction and authentic assessment.
• Differentiate the curriculum to meet diverse learners.
• Maintain excellent classroom management.
• Document evolving curriculum and progress.
• Communicate with parents to provide timely feedback.

Skills

TPR/TPRS methods

Progressive education

Diversity &belonging

Job description

Fayerweather Street School seeks an energetic Spanish teacher for grades 5–8, starting 08/28/2026. The role emphasizes developing fluency, cultural understanding, and a student-centered approach within a diverse educational community.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and regular parent communication. Applicants should be familiar with OWL, TPR, and TPRS approaches and committed to equity and belonging in education.