26-27 North Campus K4-6th Grade Spanish Teacher

• In This Role, You Will empower students to discover their potential and pursue excellence—academically, personally, and spiritually—through high-quality teaching and authentic care.
• The ideal candidate will be an exceptional collaborator and team player, have deep Spanish language knowledge and strong proficiency, and demonstrate a commitment to fostering cultural understanding and effective language acquisition across grade levels.
• We are particularly interested in educators passionate about working in urban education as a part of a high-performing, driven staff.
• Ideal candidates will also be well versed in strategies to promote metacognitive engagement and be willing to go the extra mile for students.
• Candidates should be organized, detail oriented, and show expertise in developing lesson plans.

• Academics
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned Spanish instruction for K4–6th and 9th grade students using high-quality materials, instructional best practices, and a balanced approach to speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Foster language acquisition, cultural understanding, and communication skills through engaging, interactive, and immersive lessons that promote authentic use of Spanish.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs, providing whole-group, small-group, and individualized support while using academic standards and student data to guide planning and adjust instruction.
• Monitor, assess, and document student learning through formative and summative assessments, using results to track progress, inform instructional decisions, and support improved outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and administrators to align instruction, participate in school-wide initiatives, and contribute to cultural events and celebrations that highlight Spanish language and Hispanic cultures.

• Classroom Environment and Student Relationships
• Seek out opportunities to integrate Biblical truth with their lessons.
• Integrate character education and/or faith-based values into daily lessons.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Manage classroom behavior in a consistent and effective manner, promoting courage, respect, integrity, and perseverance through the development and maintenance of positive relationships with students.
• Serve as the cultural and spiritual model for their students, always interacting respectfully and striving to demonstrate God’s love to their students and families.
• Effectively communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, behavior, and needs.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.

• Professionalism
• Be open to coaching and feedback to continuously improve teaching practices and support positive student outcomes.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to implement instruction with fidelity.
• Collaborate as a team player and proactively offer solutions as challenges arise throughout the school year.
• Collaborate with colleagues, instructional aides, and support staff to enhance student learning.
• Work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues, supervisors, students, parents/guardians, and community members, maintaining positive, solution-oriented relationships that foster a strong, inclusive environment for optimal learning.
• Continuously seek professional growth through building and department meetings/professional development, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars/in-services.
• Serve as a role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and positive behavior.
• Remain open-minded to professional growth and actively engage in the school community as we continue to grow and evolve over the coming years.

• Schoolwide Support and Supervision
• Monitor and support students during morning arrival, lunch, recess and dismissal.
• Serve with a flexible, open heart that recognizes no duty is outside the scope of your role, we are a team that is stronger together in service of our students.
• Travel between the K–8 and high school buildings as needed to provide instruction.

• What We’re Looking For
• A belief in the ability of every child and a commitment to ensure excellence for each student.
• Bachelor's Degree, including any other requirements for accreditation, (Master’s degree a plus). State teaching license preferred but not required.
• Active participation in a Christian church.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel between K–8 and high school campuses as required.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, student-centered learning environment.
• Openness to professional development and continuous improvement in teaching practices.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates strong multitasking skills, supports students’ emotional needs with empathy, contributes as a collaborative team member, and remains flexible during schedule changes or unexpected shifts.
• Team player committed to the St. Augustine Preparatory mission and model.
• Knowledge/Skills:
• Proficiency in the Spanish language, with strong communication and instructional skills.
• Experience teaching Spanish to multiple age groups, from early childhood through high school.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate language acquisition strategies and cultural instruction.
• Lastly and most important, the candidate must demonstrate and possess the highest integrity, and be able to live the values, beliefs, and culture of St. Augustine Prep.

*This describes general information about the position, however, should not be considered comprehensive. Aug Prep reserves the right to modify job duties or descriptions at any time.

Non-Discriminatory Policy

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, national and ethnic origin or any other basis prohibited by law when hiring, promoting, establishing wages, or providing benefits.

As a faith-based institution based on biblical principles, St. Augustine Preparatory Academy hires employees who agree with the school's Mission Statement and Statement of Beliefs and adhere to biblical standards of conduct.