Bridgeprep Academy, Inc.·Davenport, Florida
The teacher is responsible for planning and facilitating standards-aligned Spanish lessons while analyzing student data to improve language proficiency. They must also maintain strong family partnerships and uphold a positive classroom behavior management system.
2026-27 grades 8-9 spanish teacher
Posted: August 2, 2026
Location: BridgePrep Polk MSHS
Salary: Competitive base (Commensurate with experience) + Master's Degree Supplement + other supplements available
Job Type: Full Time (Comprehensive Benefits Package Included)
JOIN US!
We are seeking a skillful and dedicated Grades 8-9 Spanish Teacher to join our World Languages faculty. Partner with SMART Management in our mission to provide a rigorous, immersive, and inclusive academic environment that fosters foreign language acquisition, cultural appreciation, and the social-emotional development of young adults transitioning into high school.
Competitive base salaries with clear financial incentives, including a salary bump for holding a Master's degree.
Professional
Development: Engage in robust summer and year-long district, school, and personalized learning programs to master your craft.
Built-in
Collaboration: Participate in structured weekly check-ins, department planning, and collaborative feedback sessions.
Holistic
Student
Support: Balance high academic expectations with strong mentorship frameworks to develop the whole child.
We value every voice: We intentionally listen to and respect our staff, families, and students.
We collaborate for solutions: We seek feedback, embrace growth, and solve problems together.
We own student outcomes: We are relentless in promoting academic and language proficiency growth among all learners.
We build global citizens: We create classroom cultures rooted in trust, global awareness, and mutual understanding.
Core responsibilities
Plan, internalize, and facilitate standards-aligned, engaging Spanish lessons tailored to diverse learning styles and high school readiness levels.
Implement formal and informal language assessments, analyze student data to pivot instruction, and update gradebooks weekly.
Establish strong, cooperative partnerships with families, providing weekly updates on student progress.
Uphold a positive classroom behavior management system aligned with campus-wide character initiatives.
Utilize technology effectively as an educational tool to improve language acquisition and manage work-related tasks.
Dedicate 40+ hours per week to instruction, meetings, professional development, and school community duties.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Certification: Active Florida State Teaching Certification in Spanish (K-12).
Skills: Native or near-native Spanish fluency, strong classroom management for high school/middle school dynamics, and excellent interpersonal communication.
Compliance: Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Apply today!
Take the first step by applying through our quick, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to connecting with you and learning about your passion for language education. Submit your application for the 2026-27 school year today!
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and an active Florida State Teaching Certification in Spanish (K-12). Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening is also required.
Market context
Florida schools regularly seek classroom teachers, especially candidates who can lead instruction, plan lessons, and meet state certification and screening requirements. Competition often centers on classroom experience, subject fit, and readiness to complete Florida’s background check and education requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.