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Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Salary

$55,000 - $85,000 / YEAR

Quick overview

The primary responsibility is serving as an experienced, full-time high school Spanish teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, supporting the school's mission of developing young men academically and morally. Candidates should engage students in language proficiency building using evidence-based strategies and collaborate effectively with colleagues.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Spanish, with a master's degree preferred, and ideally have at least three years of successful high school or college-level teaching experience. Essential qualifications include native or near-native Spanish proficiency and interest in Comprehensible Input teaching strategies aligned with ACTFL standards.

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Job description

  • Gonzaga College High School Full-Time Faculty Position Opening - Spanish Gonzaga College High School is seeking an experienced, full-time high school Spanish teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
  • Candidates will possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Spanish; a master's degree is preferred.
  • The ideal candidates will have at least three years of successful teaching experience at the high school or college level and be able to support the school's mission of building young men who are religious, loving, academically competent, open to growth, and committed to doing justice.
  • Special consideration will be given to candidates with ability and/or experience teaching French 1 and 2 as well.
  • Ideal candidates will also have native (or near-native) proficiency in spoken and written Spanish, express interest in CI (Comprehensible Input) teaching strategies, possess knowledge of a wide array of evidence-based evaluation strategies based on the standards outlined in the ACTFL framework (knowledge of language acquisition research is preferred), be a creative and engaging educator who enjoys collaborating with colleagues and helping students build their language proficiency, believe all students can learn languages on a deep level in an immersive environment and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • Gonzaga College High School is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff.
  • The school, therefore, seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
  • The salary for this position ranges from $55,000 to $85,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • We also offer comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Gonzaga is a Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school founded in 1821, for young men in grades nine through twelve located in Washington, DC.
  • Gonzaga offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum that provides a broad range of major course offerings including honors and advanced placement courses, complemented by a selection of electives and co-curricular activities.
  • Retreats and Christian service, in the Jesuit tradition, are the hallmark of a Gonzaga education.
  • There are seventeen interscholastic sports teams at Gonzaga, as well as musical and dramatic performing arts ensembles, and many clubs and student organizations.
  • A resume and cover letter are a required part of the application process.
  • Cover letters should highlight relevant experience and particular areas of expertise in the discipline, provide a short statement of educational philosophy, and demonstrate how said experience, education, and philosophy would add value to the community at Gonzaga College High School.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Healthcare benefits