Spanish Teacher- High School

Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop England High School in Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking a full-time Spanish teacher to join our World Languages Department. The ideal candidate will be nurturing, enthusiastic, and student-centered, committed to high academic and faith-filled education.

The role involves teaching high school Spanish, developing engaging lessons, fostering cultural understanding, and collaborating with faculty to support student growth in a Catholic college-preparatory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field (or teaching degree/certification) with Spanish proficiency.
• Prior teaching experience or completion of a teacher education program.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Teach high school Spanish and provide engaging instruction.
• Develop lessons that promote Spanish communication and cultural understanding.
• Create a welcoming, organized classroom that supports learning and active participation.
• Build positive relationships with students and foster a respectful classroom culture.
• Assess student learning with formative and summative methods and provide feedback.
• Adapt instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Communicate professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Collaborate with World Languages Department and participate in school initiatives.
• Maintain attendance, grades, and student progress records.
• Attend faculty meetings and professional development activities.
• Serve as a positive role model and contribute to school life.

Skills

Spanish language

English proficiency

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Spanish or Education

Teaching certification/experience

Job description

Full-Time Spanish Teacher

Bishop England High School | Charleston, South Carolina

Bishop England High School is seeking a full-time Spanish teacher to join our World Languages Department. As a Catholic, college-preparatory school, Bishop England is committed to educating the whole student through academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of character and service.

We are looking for a nurturing, enthusiastic, and student-centered educator who is passionate about teaching Spanish and building meaningful relationships with students. The ideal candidate will create a positive and engaging classroom environment where students feel supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow both academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish courses at the high school level and provide engaging, appropriately challenging instruction.
• Develop and implement lessons that promote communication in Spanish and meaningful cultural understanding.
• Create a welcoming, well-organized classroom environment that supports student learning and encourages active participation.
• Build positive relationships with students and foster a classroom culture grounded in respect, encouragement, and high expectations.
• Assess student learning through a variety of formative and summative assessments and provide meaningful feedback.
• Adapt instruction and provide appropriate support to meet the needs of individual learners.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and school administration.
• Collaborate with members of the World Languages Department and participate in professional learning and school-wide initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and other school activities.
• Serve as a positive role model for students and contribute to the overall life and community of the school.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field, or a teaching degree/certification with appropriate Spanish language proficiency.
  • Prior teaching experience or preparation through a teacher education program.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
  • Ability to establish positive relationships with students and create a supportive, structured learning environment.
• Preferred:
  • Experience with ACTFL proficiency-based language instruction and/or familiarity with ACTFL World-Readiness Standards.
  • Experience teaching Spanish at the secondary level.
  • Experience with Honors and/or Advanced Placement Spanish.
  • Familiarity with proficiency-based assessment and communicative language teaching.

The Ideal Candidate

• Enjoys working with adolescents and takes an active interest in their academic and personal growth.
• Brings enthusiasm, energy, and creativity to the Spanish classroom.
• Holds students to high expectations while providing the encouragement and support they need to meet them.
• Values collaboration and is willing to contribute to the life of the department and school community.
• Is committed to continuous professional growth and effective, student-centered language instruction.
• Understands the unique role of a Catholic school in educating the whole person and is supportive of Bishop England's mission.

Position

• Position: Full-Time Spanish Teacher
• School: Bishop England High School
• Location: Charleston, South Carolina
• Employment: Full-Time

Bishop England High School is committed to providing a supportive, challenging, and faith-filled educational environment in which students are encouraged to develop their God-given talents and become compassionate, responsible members of their communities.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The Diocese of Charleston does not provide visa sponsorship. Successful candidates will be required to complete Form I-9 and present acceptable documentation verifying identity and employment authorization.