French​/Spanish Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Location:

Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School;
Omaha, NE

Position Type:
Full-Time; 10 Months, 182 days

Start Date:

August 2026

Are you passionate about sparking curiosity, building confidence, and opening doors to new worlds through language? We’re seeking a dynamic French / Spanish Teacher to join our vibrant learning community. This is an opportunity to empower young learners to see language not just as words, but as a gateway to empathy, creativity, and global citizenship.

Brownell Talbot, founded in 1863, is a Nebraska state-approved preschool through grade 12 school. We are a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). Brownell Talbot is an exciting environment for professionals who like to be part of a supportive team of dedicated individuals who thrive on the challenges and rewards of working with an active community.

Brownell Talbot fosters an educational environment that is inclusive and accepting of diverse individuals and viewpoints.

The World Language Department exemplifies many of the finest attributes independent schools offer students. The department is staffed by innovative and qualified teachers who strive to generate students' best possible learning experience. In addition, world language instruction is guided by a coordinated and aligned curriculum, and the school community values and supports language learning, emphasizing communicative language learning as an integral part of an independent school education.

The French / Spanish Teacher will cultivate an engaging and inquiry-based classroom where students build fluency, cultural appreciation, and confidence in communication. This role emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to nurturing each child’s unique potential.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, French / Spanish Language, or related field from an accredited institution
• Fluency:
  Native or near-native fluency in French and Spanish
• Certification:
  Must hold or be eligible for a valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsements
• Experience:
  
  Five years of teaching experience preferred, especially with early childhood or elementary-aged students

• Instruction & Assessment:
  Teach French and Spanish (Early Years–Grade
  4), design engaging lessons and authentic assessments, and use inquiry-based methods to support diverse learning styles.
• Student Support:
  Create a positive, culturally responsive classroom, communicate proactively with parents, and celebrate individual student growth.
• Community &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, participate in faculty meetings and school initiatives, and assist with occasional non-academic duties (e.g., lunch, study hall, arrival / dismissal).

• Possess a positive attitude
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven success within a work setting requires collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality.

• Able to sit, stand, type, twist, bend
• Able to use computers, laptops
• Able to lift 25-50 lbs.
• Other physical demands such as speaking, hearing, manual, and finger dexterity

Note:

This job description accurately reflects the position's duties, responsibilities, and requirements. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Strong candidates will support the school’s Mission:
Every student. Every mind. Every heart. Known. Inspired. Challenged. They will have enthusiasm for the Vision: A compassionate community of diverse learners empowered and determined to reach their unique potential and positively impact the world. And they will embody the school’s core values.

• Compassion:
  We believe in considering the unique needs of others; we show compassion by seeking to…