Middle School Spanish Teacher
Chapin School is seeking a Spanish teacher beginning immediately who is committed to nurturing and supporting middle school aged students. The ideal candidate is a dynamic and creative Spanish teacher with enthusiasm for working with middle school students, a commitment to innovative pedagogy and collaboration with colleagues, and a comfort and familiarity with using relevant technology to enhance learning. The middle school Spanish teacher reports to the World Language Department Chair and the Director of grades PreK3 - 8.
Responsibilities:
● Teach all sections of grades 6-7 Spanish
● Teach one section of middle school Spanish in grade 5
● Teach one section of middle school Spanish in grade 8
● Collaborate with colleagues to design and improve curriculum and engage students.
● Meet school guidelines regarding grading, recordkeeping, and use of the learning management system to post information about classes.
● Participate in school-wide activities such as workshops, special events, and professional meetings.
Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree required.
● Teaching experience in lower and middle school preferred.
● Knowledge of best practices in World Language learning.
● Forward thinking and creative teacher.
● Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
● Comfort with technology integration.
● Experience with differentiated instruction.
● Commitment to collaborative and innovative teaching styles.
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
● Experience working in independent schools preferred but not required.
Send electronically in one email and separate pdf documents to:
Karen Hepburn, Assistant to the Head of School
Chapin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks a diverse and broad spectrum of qualified candidates.