Part-Time Elementary Spanish Instructor

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a full‑time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

The Part‑Time Elementary Spanish Instructor is responsible for providing engaging, developmentally appropriate Spanish instruction for students in grades K–6. Greenwood seeks an educator who fosters curiosity, confidence, and cultural awareness while helping students build foundational language skills through interactive and age‑appropriate learning experiences. Greenwood recognizes the unique nature of part‑time instructional positions and will consider scheduling flexibility based on candidate availability and school needs.

The instructor will collaborate with classroom teachers and school administrators to support Greenwood’s college preparatory mission and positive school culture.

• Provide Spanish instruction for students in grades K–6
• Design and deliver engaging, age‑appropriate lessons that promote language acquisition and cultural understanding
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and confidence
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, activities, games, music, movement, and technology to support student learning
• Monitor student progress and provide appropriate feedback to students and families
• Collaborate with faculty and administration regarding curriculum, instruction, and student support
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and supervision of students
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and professional responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field required
• Missouri teaching certification in Spanish preferred
• Prior experience teaching elementary‑aged students preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, families, and colleagues

• Experience teaching elementary world language instruction
• Fluency in spoken and written Spanish
• Familiarity with technology integration in the classroom

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non‑discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University.

Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S.

National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance, 417‑836‑4252.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.