Upper School Spanish Teacher - Part Time

Dedicated to excellence in academics, the development of faith, and an emphasis on the whole child, Oak Knoll, a member of the Holy Child Network of Schools, offers a premier college preparatory program for girls in its grades 7–12 Upper School. 

The World Languages Department is seeking an enthusiastic, culturally responsive, and collaborative Upper School Spanish teacher for a part-time position to begin in August 2025. The ideal candidate will skillfully balance language instruction with the integration of culture and readings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach two to three sections of Spanish to grades 7-12
• Have the content, cultural knowledge, and intellectual flexibility to teach Spanish, from introductory through advanced levels to students in grades 7-12
• Plan, prepare, and deliver innovative, intellectually engaging, and academically rigorous instructional content that promotes successful learning 
• Use technology to deliver instruction that supports and deepens student learning 
• Understand how girls learn and use this knowledge to guide instructional and curricular decisions; apply principles of mind, brain and education science when teaching, developing curriculum, and assessing student learning
• Collaborate in the evaluation and design of Spanish curriculum
• Work collaboratively and professionally with a teaching team, faculty, colleagues, students, administrators, and parents 
• Ensure timely communication with parents on issues concerning students’ learning needs
• Maintain accurate student records such as grades and comments and communicate such data in accordance with the academic calendar and School expectations
• Engage in continuing professional development
• Knowledge of second language acquisition or proficiency based teaching is advantageous
• Participate fully in the life of the Upper School, including attending faculty meetings and in-service
• Engage in all aspects of the Oak Knoll community while promoting and supporting the OKS mission, vision, and values
• Perform other duties as assigned by, and in support of, the Division Head and Head of School
• Report to the World Languages Department Chair

Qualifications

• 3+ years teaching experience at the middle and/or high school level preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (degrees in related subject matter) 
• Experience teaching Advanced Placement preferred but not required