Grade 1 or - Elementary Spanish Immersion

Grade 1, 2, or 3 - Elementary Spanish Immersion (Job )

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted: 3/18/2026

Location:

International Spanish Language Academy

Date Available:

08/17/2026

International Spanish Language Academy (ISLA) is an IB Spanish Immersion PreK‑5 school located in Edina, MN. Enrollment is about 500 students.

Mission: ISLA, a Pre‑K to Grade 5 Spanish immersion community, empowers the whole child by nurturing the development of personal growth, strong character, academic excellence, and global vision.

• Carry out all responsibilities associated with elementary immersion teaching assignment.
• Conduct classroom instruction of all basic subjects in Spanish.
• Interweave Latin@ cultures into student activities throughout the school year.
• Infuse global-mindedness into the curriculum on a continual basis.
• Develop multi‑cultural curriculum materials and instructional strategies for elementary students as a part of a grade‑level team.
• Communicate closely and encourage parental involvement regarding program goals, classroom activities, homework and school functions.
• Collaborate with grade‑level team members, program specialists, program coordinator, director and other staff regarding program implementation.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging trends, procedures and evaluation processes in immersion programs.
• Participate in regular program planning and staff development activities.
• Participate in all training programs required for immersion, the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme and Conscious Discipline.

• A valid Minnesota elementary teaching license is required.
• The candidate must have native or near native proficiency in Spanish and English.
• A minimum of one year of elementary school experience is preferred.
• A minimum of six months of living in a Spanish‑speaking country is preferred.
• Prior immersion classroom teaching experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme is also preferred.

• Ability to relate positively to elementary‑age children.
• Enthusiasm and a strong commitment to the full immersion teaching philosophy.
• Enthusiasm and a strong commitment to the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme.
• Excellent proven communication skills (non‑verbal, oral, written, and listening).
• Ability to implement creative and innovative teaching strategies.
• Good organizational skills and flexibility in relating to students, parents, peers, and supervisors.
• Enthusiasm to work well in a team environment through cooperation and participation.
• Ability to appropriately teach children with different ability levels and learning styles.
• Ability to understand that students are individuals, and the skill to work effectively with individual strengths and needs of students.
• Knowledge and ability to creatively instill the love of learning in students.
• Ability to incorporate international cultures into lesson plans throughout the year.
• Effective classroom management.
• Enthusiasm for high level of parent involvement.