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Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools

Lower School Spanish Teacher (PreK–5th Grade)

Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools, Newtown, Pennsylvania, United States, 18940

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Newtown Friends School is seeking an outstanding, energetic, and fluent educator to fill a full-time Lower School Spanish teaching position for our immersion Elementary Spanish Program. Applicants should have at least 3 years of relevant teaching experience. Candidates should be ready to help the school achieve its goal of becoming an anti-racist institution with broad DEIJB goals. Familiarity with Quaker education and principles, and Responsive Classroom is a plus.

The ideal candidate will be prepared to lead an effective FLES program (Foreign Language in the Elementary School) and will demonstrate experience with comprehensible input, play-based learning, and methodologies such as Total Physical Response (TPR). The School holds candidacy status for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program; therefore, IB experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree preferred

Demonstrated proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish, with the ability to conduct instruction fully in the target language

Strong rapport with elementary-aged students and enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues

Experience providing hands-on, interactive learning experiences, including incorporating digital media tools

Commitment to supporting students’ academic, social, and personal growth

Familiarity with Responsive Classroom and Quaker education is a plus

Creativity, flexibility, strong communication skills, and effective problem-solving abilities

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to jobs@newtownfriends.org.

No phone calls, please.

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