Languages Teacher

* Ransom Everglades School is currently accepting applications for positions for the upcoming 2027–2028 academic year
* The World Languages Teacher at Ransom Everglades School (MS and US) is a full-time faculty position. Reporting to the Chair of the World Languages Department and Global Studies, this position is responsible for teaching a combination of courses in the Middle and Upper School and promoting lifelong learning while engaging and supporting a diverse student body in a values-based community.

This faculty member supports the school's value for inquiry-based, student-centered learning, emphasis on global perspectives, and ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This faculty member proves to be a responsible and positive team member through excellent attendance, high reliability, and collaboration with colleagues and students.

Essential Duties Responsibilities Teach five courses at the Middle and Upper School levels.

Deliver engaging and effective lessons using various instructional strategies to cater to different learning styles.

Create and administer assessments to measure student learning and progress. This includes quizzes, tests, projects, and cumulative exams.

Provide thoughtful, individualized feedback and support to students who need extra help, including tutoring during office hours before or after school.

Take attendance and maintain a positive, structured, disciplined learning environment that fosters student engagement and respect for the subject matter.

Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education and pedagogy.

Regularly communicate with parents about their child's progress, including through parent-teacher conferences and progress reports.

Work collaboratively with other faculty members, especially within the World Languages department, to share resources, strategies, and insights.

Participate in section meetings, department meetings, all-school meetings, multi-day meetings at the beginning and end of the school year, and professional development meetings.

Serve as Academic Advisor, participate in student activities, engage in the life of the school community by attending events, contributing to school initiatives, and supporting the school's mission.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or language education; a master's degree in Spanish is strongly preferred.

Experience teaching Spanish in a school is required.

Experience teaching Upper School (grades 9-12) in Spanish is strongly preferred.

Independent school teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Evidence of establishing positive relationships with colleagues, students, and parents.

Familiarity with proficiency-based world language curriculum and assessment is strongly preferred.

Familiarity with using technology in language education is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills in Spanish.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Performance Factors Attendance and Dependability:
The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.

Communication and Contact:
The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the School.

Relationships with Others:
The employee works effectively and relates well with others, including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the School. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.