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Applying for Position:
Spanish Teacher

This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.

CalWest's client school in Seattle, Washington seeks a Middle School Spanish Teacher to begin in August 2025.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Spanish, or a related field; Master’s degree and/or teaching credential preferred. 
  • 2+ years of Spanish teaching experience, preferably with Middle School students. 
  • Knowledge of proficiency-based language acquisition models. 
  • In-depth understanding of, and experience with, inquiry-based learning in education settings. 
  • Passion for working with Middle School students, with a deep understanding of their developmental needs and learning styles. 
  • Proven ability to implement effective classroom support strategies and foster positive relationships with young learners. 
  • Experience with and appreciation for purposeful play, as well as a solid foundation in interdisciplinary, STEAM-focused, and project-based learning. 
  • Desire to utilize outdoor spaces to introduce children to nature and facilitate connections between them and their environment. 
  • Proficiency with instructional technology including document cameras, interactive whiteboards, web-based learning software, and Google apps. 
  • Excellent communication skills for working with students, parents, faculty/staff, and campus partners. 
  • Positive energy and enthusiasm for working in a Preschool through Eighth Grade, faith-based independent school. 
  • A commitment to ongoing professional growth, curiosity, cultural humility, and antiracism, as well as an understanding of its critical role in academic excellence and student growth. 

Responsibilities

  • Teach multiple sections of Middle School Spanish and one section of Middle School Advisory, to students in grades Fifth through Eighth. 
  • Plan and implement inquiry-based lesson plans that align with our Spanish curriculum standards. 
  • Cultivate a classroom community amongst a small, grade-specific advisory group utilizing our social-emotional learning curriculum. 
  • Work closely with the rest of the Spanish team to support students' development and ensure they are well-prepared for success in Spanish 2 in high school (ACTFL Intermediate-Low). 
  • Effectively partner and communicate with families, colleagues, and administration to appropriately challenge and support students.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and improve instructional strategies. 
  • Integrate technology and hands-on activities to enhance learning experiences. 
  • Regularly assess, evaluate, and provide feedback on student performance. 
  • Participate in faculty/staff, grade level, and division meetings, and perform other duties as assigned. 
  • Commit to the mission, vision, and our values.

CalWest and our partner schools are unable to respond to all applicants.

Candidates may be submitted to multiple positions during their time with CalWest. Also, candidates may not be chosen to move forward in the search they initially expressed interest in pursuing.

Our client schools make the final decisions.

Deciding to Apply

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