Middle School Temporary Substitute Spanish Teacher

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Department: Middle School

Location: Washington, DC

Position

Start Date:

February 2026
- May 2026

Status: Temporary

Sidwell Friends School, a co-educational Quaker day school, seeks a Temporary Substitute Spanish Teacher for grades 6th-7th. The position also includes serving as an advisor to a small group of 7th and 8th-grade students. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside the current teacher for a few days before assuming full teacher responsibilities, allowing time to acclimate to the classroom culture, program, and students.

The ideal candidate will bring an enthusiasm for and background in teaching Spanish language and culture, a commitment to fostering connections with middle school students, and a collaborative spirit that supports the work of the Language Department Team. Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans and assessments that reflect clear learning objectives for students; assessing and communicating student growth and progress; and collaborating with colleagues to ensure curricular cohesion and alignment.

Other general duties may include supervising study hall, recess, and lunch; chaperoning and supervising school activities and programs; supporting School admissions programs; attending faculty meetings; and communicating student progress to parents/caregivers.

Essential Functions:

• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the School’s Quaker identity and mission
• Execute provided lesson plans and assessments with clear learning objectives and provide instruction to students of different ages and abilities
• Record and communicate student progress by providing regular and ongoing feedback directly to students as well as through formal report cards and interim progress reports shared with parents/guardians
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure curricular cohesion and alignment, both horizontal and vertical
• Support student social-emotional growth
• Support student character growth and development by managing and supervising student behavior in and out of the classroom and in advisory
• Collaborate with divisional administrators and student support staff to support student learning and growth
• Support and comply with School policies and procedures

Requirements and

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or a related field or discipline; advanced degrees preferred
• Minimum of 1-3 years of teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team
• An appreciation and respect for the School’s Quaker values and the School’s mission
• Bring an understanding and appreciation for the energy and curiosity of middle school students and approach their work with both empathy and a sense of humor
• High emotional intelligence and a genuine interest in supporting student wellness and community
• Salary Range $62,096-$69,128. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Note: The salary range listed is the annualized rate based on our Faculty Salary Scale. For this temporary position, the actual salary will be adjusted based on the term (February 2025 to May 2026).

Sidwell Friends School affirms the centrality of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of academic and campus life. Honoring a multiplicity of voices, we celebrate shared joys and address tensions productively. Together, we are guided by Quaker testimonies and seek to answer the question, “How do we nurture a sense of belonging in our community and demonstrate our commitment to a just world.”

Sidwell Friends School
Human Resources Department
3825 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20016