Spanish Teacher - Middle and High School

Spanish Teacher - Middle and High School

BASIS Independent Schools (#5010), 15749 NE 4th Street, Bellevue, Washington, United States of America

BASIS Independent Bellevue is seeking qualified candidates for a Middle and High School Spanish Teacher for the 2026-27 school year!

What We're Looking For

In this teaching position, you use your passion for your subject to inspire and teach higher-level content than what is typical of secondary students. You work collaboratively with other teachers to create a learning culture in which diverse perspectives are challenged and tested in an environment of informed thought and collegiality.

• Prepare subject-specific lessons in Spanish for grades 7-12, including AP.
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade standard, in an interactive learning environment and delivering exceptional results for all students.
• Implement BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is at an internationally competitive level.
• Collaborate with other BASIS Independent teachers to form a community of smart, talented and interesting people who are passionate about education and readily willing to work in a professional, academic environment.
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students’ academic and career success.
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, and individuality in all students.

• Has deep knowledge of and passion for the subject taught
• Able to differentiate instruction and engage students in rigorous content
• Able to create a positive classroom community and build relationships with students
• Has strong verbal and written communication skills with students, colleagues, and parents
• Open to feedback and continuous growth
• Creative in instructional and classroom management strategies(high warm and high firm)
• Has a strong work ethic and a “do whatever it takes” mindset

Minimum Qualifications:

Abachelor's degree in the subject area. Coursework or experience in education is not required, nor is certification.

Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

Preferred Qualifications:

Subject-matter postgraduate work (master'sor Ph.D.) is preferred. Together witha high levelof educational attainment, a successful applicant willdemonstratestrong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence. Critically, an applicant mustpossessa high GPA intheir major, excellent recommendations, experience working with children- not necessarily in the classroom- and be open tonew ideasin teaching.

• Competitive salarydependeon education and experience.
• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.
• Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.
• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.
• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.
• Student tuitionremissionfor your children to attend our schools.