Spanish Teacher, Upper School

Woodward Academy; Georgia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Spanish Teacher for its Upper School. This full-time role involves teaching Spanish classes across levels 1-5, starting August 1, 2025. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in language instruction, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create an engaging learning environment. This position offers the opportunity to inspire students and contribute to a diverse and dynamic academic community. If you are dedicated to fostering student growth and have a knack for innovative teaching methods, this role could be your next great adventure.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of successful teaching experience in high school Spanish preferred.
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in Spanish content and manage classroom dynamics.
• Maintain communication with students and parents regarding progress.

Skills

Teaching high school Spanish

Verbal and written communication

Technology integration

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Spanish or Foreign Language Education

Master’s degree in Spanish or education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google apps

Language lab software

Interactive whiteboard technology

Job description

Spanish Teacher, Upper School

Woodward Academy is Atlanta at its very best. We intentionally bring together students from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, creating a richer learning community and exceptional academic opportunities. Our students and graduates are caring and compassionate global citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be.

The Woodward Academy Upper School strives to help students fulfill their potential in every facet of their lives. Woodward provides opportunities for students to expand their horizons through academics, the arts, athletics, and community service.

Our dedicated teachers excel in their respective fields, and provide a stimulating, fun, and challenging environment. Whether they are promoting academic excellence or demonstrating personal accountability, the Upper School teachers find creative and meaningful ways to communicate with their students.

Position Summary: This position involves a full-time high school teaching position primarily teaching Spanish classes at some combination of levels 1-5. This position begins August 1, 2025 for the 2025-26 school year.

Specific Duties Include:

• Instructing students in subject content along with reading and grading student work
• Demonstrating a high level of responsiveness to students
• Serving as an adviser to a group of upper school students
• Experience with proficiency-based language instruction in an immersive environment preferred
• Managing student behavior in a manner that optimizes the learning environment
• Maintaining regular communication with students and their parents regarding progress
• Working cooperatively with other grade-level teachers to implement common course syllabi and assessments
• Other Duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Have a working knowledge and experience teaching high school Spanish
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrating tact and diplomacy
• Ability to leverage technology, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Google apps, language lab software, and interactive whiteboard technology
• A solid understanding of learning challenges as well as the accommodations and differentiated learning techniques to support such
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Spanish or Foreign Language Education from an accredited institution of higher learning; master’s degree in Spanish or education preferred; native or near-native fluency in Spanish
• 3+ years of successful teaching high school Spanish preferred
• Independent school experience preferred, but not required

The Spanish Teacher, Upper School is an exempt, 10-month position. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Woodward Academy is dedicated to providing a safe, drug-free environment for its students, faculty, and staff. Accordingly, Woodward has adopted a drug-free workplace policy, which includes substance abuse testing of all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable state law. As such, all offers of employment are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements which include background checks and substance testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer