Middle School Spanish teacher (part or full time)

Are you a fluent Spanish speaker looking to step into teaching, balance family or graduate commitments, or gain valuable experience in an independent prep school? Whether you are an experienced educator seeking a flexible schedule or a talented candidate eager to launch your career, The Independent Day School (IDS) offers a vibrant, supportive environment where your passion for language and culture can thrive.

Why Join IDS?

● Fearless Teaching, Fearless Learning: Experience true professional freedom. We don't lecture or fill in bubble tests. We give you the space to innovate and deliver authentic, hands-on learning.

● Flexible Part-Time Schedule: Teach 2 to 3 classes per day (depending on the schedule) with scheduling flexibility to align with your life—whether you prefer a morning block or an afternoon block.

● Built-in Mentorship: Collaborate closely with experienced, supportive faculty ready to help you grow as a classroom teacher.

● 33-Acre Outdoor Campus & Centers of Excellence: Bring language and world cultures to life using our dynamic indoor and outdoor spaces.

● Prime Location: Minutes from downtown Middletown and Wesleyan University (and just 30 minutes from New Haven and Hartford).

What We’re Looking For

● Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Spanish, World Languages, Education, or a related field (or equivalent native/near-native fluency and domain knowledge).

● Philosophy: Dedication to language teaching best practices that build foundational communication skills, cultural appreciation, and confidence in young learners.

● Skills: Native or near-native Spanish proficiency, comfort with modern classroom technology (Google Classroom), strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching.

● Mindset: An energetic team player with high motivation, flexibility, and a great sense of humor.

Key Responsibilities (In Brief)

● Design and lead engaging Spanish lessons tailored for 6th–8th grade (2–3 class sections daily).

● Foster a positive, supportive, and communicative classroom environment.

● Support campus community life through shared duties (recess duty, lunch supervision, all-school meetings, community gatherings, etc.).

Compensation & Schedule

● Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time (classes and duties daily, but schedule options negotiable).

● Compensation: Competitive pay, commensurate with experience

For more information, complete job descriptions, and to talk about applying, please contact Dr. Rochelle Reodica, Head of School ([email protected]), and Liz Ball, Director of Teaching & Learning ([email protected]).

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