The Kiski School·Saltsburg, Pennsylvania
The teacher will be responsible for instructing four sections of Spanish and contributing to the school community beyond the classroom. This includes leading or assisting with co-curricular or athletic activities and participating in dormitory supervision duties.
Founded in 1888 Kiski is one of the most established small boarding schools in Pennsylvania and in the United States. Home to 200 students, from around the country and around the world, Kiski is a dynamic, diverse, and vibrant community that is fully committed to living out its mission of preparing students for success in college and in life. Kiski offers an academically rigorous curriculum that includes AP and honors courses, 12 varsity sports, and a community in which every students thrives as a result of innovative teaching, a caring faculty, and opportunities for self-discovery. Kiski's beautiful, 350-acre campus is in the charming small town of Saltsburg, Pennsylvania, located just 30 miles east of downtown Pittsburgh.
Kiski seeks a full-time Spanish teacher to begin in the 26-27 academic year.
This position will involve teaching 4 sections of Spanish.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with high school students, and teaching Spanish, and will possess a bachelor’s degree or higher.
This member of the faculty will be someone who finds joy from being involved in many aspects of life in a vibrant boarding school community and will contribute to school life beyond the classroom by also leading or assisting with at least one of the school’s co-curricular or athletic offerings, and by being part of a dormitory supervisory team which requires occasional weeknight and weekend duties.
On campus housing will be provided.
Kiski offers its teachers a close-knit community of passionate and dedicated educators on a beautiful and spacious campus that includes trails, wooded areas, and river access. Kiski’s location offers the peace and beauty of a rural area, but is just 30 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, a world class city that has undergone a tremendous renaissance over the last 20 years.
Kiski provides structured mentorship and support for teachers at every career stage, and fosters a culture of innovation and collegiality.
Kiski provides a generous benefits package with support for professional development and continuing education.
Kiski provides on-campus housing and meals for employees and their families in the Turley Dining Hall. Most teachers live on campus creating a small village atmosphere.
Most importantly, working at Kiski provides each employee with the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of young people. Our alumni and their families are deeply loyal and grateful totheir teachers and stay in touch long after they graduate.
The ideal candidate must have experience working with high school students and teaching Spanish. A bachelor's degree or higher is required for this position.
Market context
Pennsylvania schools commonly seek Spanish teachers who can work with high school students and hold at least a bachelor’s degree, so candidates with classroom experience and strong language instruction skills are often competitive. Roles like this can stand out when they include professional development support, continuing education support, meals, a generous benefits package, and on-campus housing. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight high school Spanish teaching experience and any relevant certifications or coursework.
