Full-Time Spanish

Spring Street International School is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) high school Spanish and ESL teacher beginning in the fall of 2024. Courses may include Spanish I and II and an ESL reading/writing/speaking grammar course. Balancing both rigor and project-based learning, your goal is to inspire students while providing them with the knowledge and skills to thrive in college. Additionally, you are excited to prepare students to use their language skills and cultural knowledge for international travel to Spanish speaking countries and in preparation for the AP Language and Culture examThe ideal candidate would see students as individuals with their own set of unique strengths and areas for growth and also seek continual improvement as an educator.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach 2 sections of high school Spanish in a primarily block schedule
• Teach 1 section of ESL
• Teach another class TBD
• Plan, prepare and execute curriculum, assessment, and student support with integrity, organization, and care for the student
• Serve as advisor for a group of about 12 middle/high students (meets four times weekly)
• Participate as co-leader for Fall Backpack expedition and May Term expedition requiring physical fitness and endurance
• Write narrative reports four times per year and participate in parent-teacher-student conferences two times per year
• Attend faculty meetings weekly
• Engage and participate in the community of the school through one additional administrative assignment appropriate for your skillset Teachers who thrive at our school hold themselves to high standards through personal integrity. We are a group of problem solvers who can self-reflect, improvise, collaborate, and are continually searching for ways to engage every one of our students so that they develop into nuanced deep thinkers with compassion and insight. Our Philosophy

  Spring Street International School is a close-knit community dedicated to helping students from diverse backgrounds find their voice and passion for learning. We build problem-solvers, team players, learners, and leaders through advanced academics and a hands-on curriculum in a safe and beautiful setting.

  We believe in...

  Relationships: When students know that teachers care, students care what teachers know. Our teachers are mentors and guides, engaging students in academic inquiry and creating space to discover what ignites them. Individuals: Every child is unique and deserves a unique education. We teach students, not classes, and tailor courses of study, assignments, and skill development around the needs of each individual student. Creativity: Characterized by the ability to perceive the world in new ways, to make new connections, and to innovate solutions, creativity thrives in our unique environment. Our students develop their own opinions and critical thinking. Experience: Learning emerges from doing and experiencing. Our students are not stuck at a desk. They work in groups, they lead, they present, they go beyond the walls of a classroom. Community: From individual relationships to global connections, our human ties define our personal experience and guide our actions.

  Expeditionary Education

  The school year begins with three days of preparation for a four-day backpacking expedition in the Cascade mountains which culminates in an all-school gathering at the basecamp to share one night together and reflect on the physical, social and environmental milestones the students achieved while on their backpacking expedition. The school year ends with MayTerm - three-week long expeditions to domestic and foreign locations exploring themes based on responsible engagement with nature and humanity. All faculty and staff are involved in planning and leading these expeditions.

  Qualifications

  The ideal candidate will have multiple years of experience teaching middle and/or high school students in the subject area in a formal school setting. A Bachelor's degree is required, a master's degree preferred. Experience with outdoor education and a willingness to complete Wilderness First Aid training is preferred. Additional qualities:

  • Proficiency with Google Classroom and school management software.
  • Imagination and creativity to provide multiple avenues for learning
  • Caring, understanding, and patient nature
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing in English
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, follow-through, and the ability to prioritize
  • Positive attitude, flexible approach, and self-reflective
  • Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities
  • Integrity and professionalism - able to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality
  • Physically able to complete outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, swimming, boating, or similar