FLES Spanish Associate Teacher (1-Year Position

Salary Range: $66,000 - $69,000. 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.

We are seeking a full-time elementary (Grades K-3) Spanish Associate for September 2026 – June 2027. Spanish at Dalton is taught through the three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational), with attention to the cultural products, practices, and perspectives of the Spanish-speaking world. We are committed to ongoing curricular and pedagogical inclusion work, and we seek a candidate who shares that commitment and who can contribute to our efforts.

Our ideal candidate has K-5 language teaching experience and native-like proficiency in Spanish. Language teaching/methodology training and understanding of ACTFL standards and proficiency guidelines is a plus.

• Plan and lead 3 rd Grade Spanish classes alongside a Lead Teacher;
  Serve as a Lead Teacher on days when the Lead Teacher is absent;
• Enact and co-design engaging curricula and lessons, collaborate with others in the department;
• Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment;
• Serve as a day-to-day sub on days when other First Program Spanish teachers are absent.
• Assess and document students’ academic and behavioral needs;
• Write student narrative reports each trimester;
• Supervise lunch, recess, and dismissal duties;
• Performing other duties as assigned by Department Chair and FP Administration.

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred;
• Minimum of three years relevant teaching experience in an elementary school setting strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to belonging and inclusive practices, with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, and community engagement;
• Strong organizational skills and executive functioning skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Facility with relevant educational technologies;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands;
• Quick learner with a strong work ethic and willingness to develop new skills.

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.

The Dalton School is committed to inclusive practices and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to the employment portal using the following link - https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./employment