Spanish Teacher

Oakwood School; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Spanish Teacher to inspire Middle and High School students. This role involves developing a dynamic curriculum that immerses students in the Spanish language and culture while fostering critical thinking and inclusivity. The ideal candidate will integrate modern teaching practices and engage actively with the school community, ensuring a supportive learning environment. Join a diverse team committed to academic excellence and social justice, where your contributions will shape the future of young learners in a vibrant educational setting.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and equity in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive Spanish program for grades 7-12.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage in school life.

Skills

Spanish Language Proficiency

Teaching Skills

Critical Thinking

Interdisciplinary Learning

Commitment to Diversity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish

Master’s Degree in Spanish (preferred)

Job description

DESCRIPTION

The Spanish Teacher develops, leads and delivers a robust Spanish Language and Culture program to Middle and High School students (grades 7-12). The courses include multiple levels of Spanish Language and Culture. Develops course syllabi and integrates authentic resources and technology into daily lessons. Uses the target language, Spanish, as exclusively as possible (90% plus) at all levels during instructional time.
Participates in regular, purposeful pedagogy meetings and professional development based on the World Readiness Standards for Learning Languages. Engages and encourages students in the active process of learning. Integrates anti-racist teaching practices into the classroom and is committed to professional growth on equity and inclusion. Actively engages in the life of the school.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree required, (Master’s Degree preferred) in Spanish, or in the teaching of Spanish, with native or near-native proficiency
• Working knowledge of the ACTFL proficiency standards and currently teaches two to three modes of communication
• Committed to academic excellence, interdisciplinary learning, and exceptional teaching
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in both subject matter and methodology
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and social justice both in and out of the classroom

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with other members of the department in preparing lessons for teaching and learning in alignment with Oakwood’s mission and philosophy.
• Works closely with students to help them develop critical thinking and research skills.
• Evaluates student progress through a variety of assessment modes.
• Maintains student records, including online grades.
• Implements a wide array of classroom activities to address multiple learning styles.
• Communicates regularly with student-support team members: parents, teachers, student services, deans, and other administrators.
• Provides ongoing student feedback, both informal and formal, including written narrative evaluations.
• Meets with students and families, as needed.
• Treats students equitably, is sincerely interested in them as individuals, and responds to their needs.
• Serves as an Advisor to a grade-level group of students.
• May serve as an Advisor to an Affinity Group.
• Will teach in Oakwood’s Immersion program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must be able to do the following: stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; bend and reach for filing and other job-related functions; climb up and down stairs; bend, stoop, and lift to move and retrieve materials; pull, push, and lift; reach both above and below shoulder height. Specific visual abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to visually inspect work. Manual dexterity to operate computer and other office equipment required.
The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Salary Range: $71,622-$88,550

Oakwood School is a K-12 coeducational day school in North Hollywood, California that opened its doors in 1951. The school has remained faithful to its original mission ever since: to create a diverse educational environment where young people are partners with the adults who teach them and learn from them; where the best means of preparing students for the future is to immerse them in the present; where a healthy learning environment requires joy and humor as well as rigorous intensity; and where students’ intellectual and aesthetic depth – along with their capacity for empathy and moral courage – emerge out of authentic engagement with their teachers, one another, and the world around them.

Oakwood School is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity in our workforce. With purpose, Oakwood celebrates and affirms diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, faith, family structure, socioeconomic background, age, and ability.