SY 26-27 High School Biology Teacher

Ascend Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Brooklyn Ascend High School seeks a High School Spanish Teacher (9–12) to deliver rigorous language instruction across Spanish I, II, and AP Spanish Language & Culture. The program builds linguistic proficiency, cultural fluency, and academic confidence, guiding students from Grade 9 through AP readiness.

This full-time, in-person role requires designing standards-aligned lessons, differentiating instruction, leading public demonstrations of learning, and contributing to literacy and culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or related field.
• 2+ years of secondary teaching experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish I, II, and AP Spanish Language & Culture as assigned.
• Design instruction aligned to college-preparatory standards.
• Develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency.
• Differentiate instruction while maintaining high expectations for fluency and rigor.
• Prepare AP scholars for the AP Examination in May.

Skills

Spanish proficiency

Secondary teaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Spanish or related field

Job description

Ascend is Brooklyn’s premier K–12 public charter network, committed to graduating high-achieving students who have access to boundless choice in their futures—not only through college acceptance, but through meaningful preparation for career readiness and thriving adult lives.

Across our schools, we pair rigorous academics with strong systems, supportive adult culture, and a deep belief in students’ brilliance and potential. Our work is grounded in the understanding that preparing students for long-term success requires excellence in instruction, intentional culture-building, and disciplined execution at every level of the organization.

At Ascend, adults are held to high standards because our students deserve nothing less. How we teach, lead, collaborate, and make decisions every day directly shapes the opportunities our students will have tomorrow.

Join us in shaping learning environments where curiosity is nurtured, excellence is the norm, and every student is prepared for a lifetime of boundless choice.

About the Role

Brooklyn Ascend High School seeks a High School Spanish Teacher (9–12) to deliver rigorous, college-preparatory world language instruction across Spanish I, Spanish II, and AP Spanish Language & Culture.

Spanish at Brooklyn Ascend High School is a vertically aligned pathway that builds linguistic proficiency, cultural fluency, and intellectual confidence. Instruction emphasizes authentic communication, analytical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding, preparing scholars to engage meaningfully with the Spanish-speaking world and to succeed in college-level coursework.

This teacher builds foundational fluency in Grade 9, deepens academic language and analytical skill in Grade 10, and prepares advanced scholars for college credit through AP Spanish Language & Culture.

Core Responsibilities

Instructional Excellence

• Teach Spanish I, Spanish II, and AP Spanish Language & Culture as assigned.
• Design instruction aligned to college-preparatory and Advanced Placement standards.
• Develop scholars’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency.
• Emphasize authentic communication, thematic exploration, and cultural analysis.
• Prepare scholars for the AP Spanish Language & Culture Examination with strong outcomes.
• Differentiate instruction while maintaining high expectations for fluency and rigor.

Culminating Experiences & Public Demonstration

• Guide Spanish I scholars in developing a Spanish Language Portfolio presented at the Celebration of Language event.
• Lead Spanish II scholars through the Cultural Immersion Project, including independent research and seminar facilitation in Spanish.
• Prepare AP scholars for the Investigative Oral Presentation (IOP) and the AP Examination in May.
• Support public demonstrations of learning that reflect linguistic growth and cultural competence.

Data & Professional Practice

• Participate in weekly Humanities data meetings focused on scholar performance and instructional refinement.
• Analyze AP benchmarks and internal assessments to inform instructional decisions.
• Engage fully in observation and feedback cycles.
• Implement coaching feedback with professionalism and urgency.
• Contribute to vertical curriculum alignment across 9–12 Spanish.
• Maintain a structured and respectful classroom environment aligned to school-wide expectations.
• Partner with the Dean of Culture & Community to reinforce scholar accountability.
• Serve as an advisor as assigned, supporting scholar identity and post-secondary planning.
• Foster intellectual curiosity, confidence, and global awareness.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, World Language Education, or related field.
• 2+ years of secondary teaching experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.

Preferred

• Experience teaching AP Spanish Language & Culture.
• Demonstrated record of strong AP or college-preparatory outcomes.
• Experience in a college-preparatory or charter school environment.
• Valid New York State certification in Spanish or World Languages 7–12.

Leadership Profile

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• High levels of fluency and cultural competence
• Strong academic expectations for all scholars
• Comfort teaching across proficiency levels
• Receptiveness to coaching and feedback
• Alignment to Ascend’s belief that rigor and belonging are inseparable

Compensation

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Typical salary range for experienced high school world language teachers in NYC charter networks starts at $80,000, depending on certification and demonstrated outcomes.

Location

Brooklyn, NY

This is a full-time, in-person role requiring daily presence on campus and participation in school-wide programming and faculty collaboration.

This is a full-time, exempt position that offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Generous paid time off and additional employee benefits