Start Date: August 2026 Location: Saxtons River, Vermont Reports To: The World Languages Department Head, the Dean of Curriculum and Academic Affairs.
The Opportunity: What Will You Do Vermont Academy seeks a teacher who is passionate about teaching Spanish and able to instruct multiple levels. The World Languages Department employs an immersion-based approach, using varied media and engaging activities to support students’ development of appropriate proficiency at each level. The department also embraces the philosophy of backward design, setting clear year-end goals and relying on thoughtful planning and organization to help students achieve them. Finally, the World Languages Department is deeply committed to teaching language and culture in ways that foster cultural competence and an awareness of social justice issues.
Your Core Responsibilities - Teach four to five sections of Spanish - Live in, or serve as an affiliate to one of the Academy’s dormitories - Monthly weekend duty - Coach or supervise an activity during two seasons - Serve as an academic advisor - Acquire, with the school’s help, a Type II van license - Other duties as assigned by the Head of School.
The Vermont Academy Team Member: Who Are You?
You are someone who:
- is a mentor first.
- believes that growth happens through challenge and care.
- celebrates individual potential while nurturing shared purpose.
- models adaptability, curiosity, and stewardship for our students.
- knows that where we are — Saxtons River, Vermont — is essential to who we are.
- embraces the opportunity to be part of a learning community and believes your participation is important in shaping and improving it.
- embraces Vermont Academy's pillars, methodologies, and core beliefs.
About Vermont Academy: Who Are We?
Founded in 1876, Vermont Academy is a small New England boarding and day school nestled in the foothills of the Green Mountains. Rooted in four pillars—Land, Community, Ingenuity, and Independence—VA blends rigorous academics with outdoor education, innovation, and a profound sense of belonging. Our students are encouraged to be true to their best selves; our educators create space for students to lead, explore, create, and thrive. We teach by doing. We believe knowledge can’t change the world if it’s left inside a book. Personalized education is not a luxury—it’s what prepares students to shape a better future.
Our Commitment to Belonging
Vermont Academy actively seeks to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment. We believe every team member enriches our community by bringing a broad range of identities, perspectives, and experiences to the work of teaching and learning. We value the whole person and strive to reflect that in how we work, live, and grow together.
To Apply
Please submit one PDF including:
1. Letter of interest, addressed to World Languages Department Chair
2. Current résumé
3. Statement of Educational Leadership Philosophy
4. A list of three or more professional references with contact information (phone and email)
Founded in 1876, Vermont Academy is a coed college preparatory boarding and day school in southern Vermont, serving grades 9-12 plus a postgraduate year. Here, students discover new passions and go deeper in what they love most. At VA, every student has room to become.
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