SY26-27 High School Spanish Teacher

Prospect Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and PST

401K and Roth IRA

Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Prospect Schools in Brooklyn is seeking a High School Spanish Teacher to join our IB-aligned program and equity-driven culture. You will design engaging, culturally responsive lessons for a diverse student body and collaborate with co-teachers and school leaders to support academic and social-emotional growth.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, NY teaching license (in progress or earned), and prior teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for teaching licensure in NY.
• Prior teaching experience in high school settings.
• New York Teaching License Certification or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver culturally responsive, engaging Spanish lessons for a diverse IB-aligned classroom.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders to support student growth.
• Establish consistent routines and a warm, inclusive classroom environment.
• Partner with families to keep caregivers informed about student progress.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Collaborative teamwork

Data-driven instruction

Professional development participation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Who We Are

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

• Curiosity : Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically
• Care : Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion
• Persistence : Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity
• Passion : Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance

The Opportunity

Prospect Schools is seeking a High School Spanish Teacher. Prospect teachers are grounded in an equity-driven approach following the principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, where instruction emphasizes academic rigor, critical thinking, global mindedness, and inclusive classroom practices. As an educator at Prospect, you will be part of a collaborative and high-performing instructional team and will report directly to a member of the school leadership team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Planning and Instruction

• Design and deliver culturally responsive, engaging lessons that support learning in an intentionally diverse classroom and actively engage a variety of different learning styles
• Utilize data, strong content knowledge, and effective pedagogy to plan clear, objective-driven instruction to advance learning for all students
• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders through coaching, professional development, and, when applicable, advisory groups to support students' academic and social-emotional growth

Classroom Environment

• Set clear expectations and consistent routines to create a purposeful, warm, and supportive learning environment
• Build a culturally sustaining classroom community where all students feel known, safe, valued, and respected by adults and peers

Staff Collaboration

• Embody a "Team First" mindset by collaborating across grade level and content teams, participating in professional development, and partnering with the broader school community
• Demonstrate a commitment to giving and receiving feedback for the purpose of continuous personal growth and betterment of the teaching and learning team

Caregiver Partnership

• Build strong partnerships with caregivers through consistent communication and regular updates on student progress
• Use caregiver feedback to continuously improve instruction and the overall learning experience
• Coordinate and facilitate family meetings as needed and attend any/all school wide caregiver events

About You

• You have earned a Bachelors Degree.
• You have prior teaching experience.
• You are in the process of earning or have earned a New York Teaching License Certification. (Learn more here )

Salary

The salary range for this role starts at $63,960, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. At Prospect Schools we remain committed to providing competitive salaries.

Our Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues

EEO and ADA Statement:

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: [e-mail].

The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.