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PT Spanish Teacher
Reports to Associate Head of School
Subject to change based on school needs
At Branch, we believe in the power of loving to learn, learning to lead, and leading with love. These guiding principles shape our community and mission. The Branch School is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Part-Time Spanish Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. This position is ideal for an educator who is passionate about language instruction and enjoys working with young learners in a nurturing, child-centered environment.
Position Overview:
This role involves teaching Spanish to students in Kindergarten through 4th grade using a hands-on, interactive approach that promotes curiosity, engagement, and language acquisition. Classes are taught during the regular school day on a part-time schedule. The ideal candidate should be energetic, creative, kind, and have a passion for working with children. They should be able to interact with students, parents and colleagues in a professional manner that allows for collaboration and cooperation. Students at Branch are taught Spanish in all grades.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
- Plan and deliver engaging Spanish lessons that incorporate games, music, storytelling, movement, and visual aids.
- Foster a joyful learning environment where students are encouraged to speak, listen, and explore the Spanish language.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and staff to integrate language learning with broader curricular themes.
- Maintain clear communication with families and staff regarding student progress.
Supervision of Students
- Establish and maintain a safe, positive, structured, and organized classroom environment that fosters respect, cooperation, and independence.
- Implement appropriate classroom management strategies that align with our school model and encourage positive behaviors, problem-solving skills, and conflict resolution strategies.
Professional Development and Collaboration
- Participate actively in professional learning communities, grade-level team meetings, and school-wide professional development sessions, both on and off campus.
- Demonstrate a growth mindset by seeking out and applying feedback for continuous improvement.
- Stay current with research and best practices in early childhood education through professional development opportunities, workshops, and conferences.
- Be open to feedback, peer observations, and mentorship opportunities.
Other Duties as Assigned
- Be willing to present at professional development sessions for colleagues, as needed.
- Participate in school events, including Open Houses, parent meetings, and community-building activities throughout the school year.
- Assist with school-wide initiatives, duties, and special projects as assigned by administration.
- Collaborate with support staff, specialists, and administrators to ensure a holistic approach to student success.
- Uphold and model the school’s mission, values and expectations for professionalism.
- All other duties assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field required
- Current Teaching certification
- 2-3 years classroom teaching or teacher aide experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite, Student Information Systems, etc.
This is a part-time, on-campus position during the school year. Specific hours and days will be determined in coordination with school leadership.
Physical Demands can include:
Reaching: Reaching above shoulder height to store and remove items
Walking: Walking on indoor and outdoor surfaces, including uneven surfaces
Climbing: Climbing steps or platforms to place or remove items from overhead storage
Moving quickly: Moving quickly in response to emergencies
Job Start date: August 1, 2025
Salary and Benefits:
The Branch School offers a generous benefits package including:
•401K plan with match
•PTO
How to Apply:
•A cover letter explaining your interest in the position, including your educational philosophy.
•An updated resume
•Contact information for three professional references.
Please send cover letter, resume and references to Robbin Mills, Executive Assistant to the Head of School at millsr@thebranchschool.org.
Non-Discrimination Statement:
The Branch School is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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