Congressional School
Spanish Teacher – Congressional School
Congressional School seeks a Spanish Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Spanish Teacher is responsible for providing an effective learning environment through planning, organizing, developing, and assessing a comprehensive instructional Spanish program for children in Preschool through Primary School. The Spanish Teacher is knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of children in these age groups and possesses a firm understanding of Spanish language and culture. In addition to the below duties and responsibilities, the Spanish Teacher will be positive, collaborative, innovative, and passionate.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop, implement, assess and modify, as necessary, a dynamic Spanish language program for Primary and Lower School students that aligns with Congressional's mission, vision, and values
Use a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach Spanish language and culture
Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
Assess students’ knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations and goals
Actively seek opportunities for professional development
Listen and respond to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner
Actively support the school philosophy, community, and policies
Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Spanish, unless native speaker; Master’s degree in education preferred
Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching Spanish, preferably in an independent school
Fluency and expertise in conversational and written Spanish
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices
Strong initiative and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment
A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset
Location: Washington, DC. Salary range: $61,460.00-$120,860.00
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop, implement, assess and modify, as necessary, a dynamic Spanish language program for Primary and Lower School students that aligns with Congressional's mission, vision, and values
Use a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach Spanish language and culture
Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
Assess students’ knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations and goals
Actively seek opportunities for professional development
Listen and respond to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner
Actively support the school philosophy, community, and policies
Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Spanish, unless native speaker; Master’s degree in education preferred
Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching Spanish, preferably in an independent school
Fluency and expertise in conversational and written Spanish
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices
Strong initiative and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment
A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset
Location: Washington, DC. Salary range: $61,460.00-$120,860.00
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