Middle School Spanish Teacher (Long-Term Substitute

Job Title

Columbus Academy seeks a full-time substitute Middle School Spanish Teacher with responsibilities to begin in Fall 2026 and ending in January 2027.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

• Teach five sections, which meet regularly but not necessarily daily
• Assume a share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all middle school faculty
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues on curriculum design and development
• Provide periodic updates to parents about student progress via both written reports and in-person conferences
• Make use of technological resources, including the school's online learning management site for classes and integration of iPads and laptops in classroom activities
• Hold students accountable for the school's standards of behavior
• Work with others in the school community to support each student's emotional well-being

Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Spanish as a second language or native speakers with a degree in Education
• 3+ years experience teaching Spanish in middle or high school
• Ability to teach introductory and intermediate levels of Spanish
• A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
• Evident enthusiasm for teaching young language-learners

Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions:

• Classroom environment
• Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)
• Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.
• A non-smoking campus

Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.

Legal requirements:
All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.