Lower School Spanish Teacher Leave Replacement (1-Year Position

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Full Time 91st Street Building, New York, NY, US

Salary Range:$81,000 - $178,000. The position on the scale will be based on years of teaching experience and education.

Exemption Status:Exempt

The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student’s evolving needs, interests, and abilities.

Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community.

Responsibilities:

• Teach third grade Spanish classes in full and half-groups;
• Design engaging curricula and lessons, collaborate with others in the department;
• Engage actively in departmental and school-wide inclusion efforts;
• Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment;

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years relevant teaching experience; elementary teaching strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices, with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, and community engagement;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Facility with relevant educational technologies.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without needing sponsorship.

The Dalton School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law in the administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics, and other school-administered programs.