Spanish Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 41,952 - 84,016; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) employee-contributed

Job summary

Young World Physical Education, located in Framingham, Massachusetts, is seeking a Middle School Spanish Teacher. The ideal candidate will engage students in learning about the language and culture of Spanish-speaking peoples through various teaching methodologies and assessments.

The position is full-time, offering a competitive salary that ranges from $41,952 to $84,016, depending on experience and education. Benefits include health and dental insurance, retirement contributions, and more.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Spanish to middle school students.
• Commitment to curriculum development and EL Education core practices.
• Ability to provide differentiated support to students.

Responsibilities

• Engage students using a variety of teaching methodologies.
• Use assessment techniques to track student progress.
• Communicate continuously with families about student performance.

Skills

Experience teaching Spanish at the middle school level

Strong interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Commitment to developing curriculum

Ability to analyze student performance data

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Massachusetts DESE licensure in World Language–Spanish (PreK–8 or 5–12)

Job description

Middle Schoool Spanish Teacher

Location: Framingham, Massachusetts

Job ID: 5653523

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 17, 2026

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Job Description

The Christa McAuliffe Charter School is an Expeditionary Learning charter school serving sixth‑to‑eighth‑grade students in the Greater Boston area. The mission is to cultivate within each student an intense commitment to self and community, the courage to set high standards, and the skills and attitudes to achieve those standards.

As a Spanish Teacher, you will engage students in learning about the language and culture of Spanish‑speaking peoples. You will collaborate with the World Language team and the Director of Teaching and Learning for curriculum and lesson planning, and contribute to ongoing curriculum development for our Spanish classes.

You will plan and deliver instruction aligned with recognized standards for middle school‑level world languages and assess students’ mastery. Your responsibilities include:

• Employ a variety of teaching methodologies to engage students in language and cultural learning, including cooperative learning, simulations, workshops, hands‑on projects, and inquiry‑based activities.
• Use total participation techniques to engage all scholars during each class.
• Implement formative and summative assessments to track student progress and involve students in the assessment process.
• Analyze data on student performance to inform instruction.
• Provide differentiated support, including accommodations and modifications, to ensure all students meet and exceed standards.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, including peer observations.
• Implement school‑wide positive behavioral systems to manage the classroom effectively.
• Communicate continuously with students’ families about performance and progress.
• Serve as a crew adviser to 10–12 students, leading a daily advisory and maintaining communication with parents.
• Serve as an active member of the McAuliffe community, including attending occasional evening celebrations of student learning.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Spanish at the middle school level.
• Commitment to developing curriculum and implementing EL Education core practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and a readiness to reflect and grow.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure in World Language‑Spanish (PreK‑8 or 5‑12) or eligibility for waiver.
• Additional qualifications: at least 3 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred, citizenship or work authorization required.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods, move around the classroom and school building to assist students, lift or move instructional materials up to 25 lbs occasionally, and communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents in person and digitally.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $41,952 (step 0, Bachelor’s) – $84,016 (step 20, Master’s). Final base salary will be determined based on skills, education, and experience.

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 403(b) employee‑contributed, MTRS, life insurance. Benefit details available upon request.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Christa McAuliffe Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.