Upper Elementary and Middle School Spanish Lead Specialty Teacher

Job Title: Upper Elementary and Middle School Spanish Lead Specialty Teacher

Supervisor’s

Title:

Director of Elementary Education and Director of Middle School

Employee Classification: Full-time, salaried, 10-month, faculty, non-exempt

General

Schedule:

8:00 a.m.

-3:30 p.m. with possible additional hours as needed to fulfill after-school coaching/activity responsibilities as assigned

The Upper Elementary and Middle School Spanish Teacher values the Montessori philosophy and fosters a high-fidelity Montessori learning environment rooted in respect for the individual learner, preparation of the environment, and the cultivation of independence, order, and concentration. This faculty member is responsible for delivering a multi-age, developmentally differentiated Spanish curriculum to students in grades 4–8, including Upper Elementary Spanish, Spanish 7, and Spanish 8, leading to a Spanish 1 high school credit.

The teacher guides students in developing an appreciation for the Spanish language and Spanish‑speaking cultures while nurturing reflective thinking, problem‑solving, and meta‑cognitive growth. Collaboration is at the heart of this role. The Spanish Teacher works closely with colleagues, administrators, and families to ensure that each student progresses academically, socially, and personally in alignment with the mission of Richmond Montessori School.

Successful RMS faculty continually demonstrate the ability to execute their professional responsibilities effectively and positively contribute to the culture, community, and mission of the school.

• Design, implement, and deliver a developmentally appropriate, Montessori‑aligned Spanish curriculum for Upper Elementary Spanish, Spanish 7, and Spanish 8, grounded in best pedagogical practices
• Guide students toward earning high school Spanish I credit through rigorous, engaging instruction in Spanish 7 and Spanish 8
• Foster a deep appreciation of the Spanish language and Spanish‑speaking cultures through meaningful, authentic learning experiences
• Create and maintain a prepared environment that promotes independence, order, concentration, and joyful engagement in learning
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of multi‑age learners and support each student’s academic and social‑emotional development
• Assess student progress using a variety of formal and informal methods; provide timely, constructive feedback consistent with Montessori principles
• Support student behavior using Montessori philosophy and Positive Discipline practices that uphold dignity, mutual respect, and self‑regulation
• Ensure that classroom materials, lessons, and interactions foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging in alignment with RMS’s inclusivity statement
• Collaborate regularly with Upper Elementary and Middle School faculty to design meaningful interdisciplinary learning experiences and ensure continuity across programs
• Partner respectfully with parents/guardians through conferences, written communication, and conversations, maintaining timely, professional correspondence
• Attend and actively participate in faculty meetings, team meetings, professional development sessions, and Summer Institute (if assigned)
• Engage in ongoing professional growth, committee participation, and school events in support of students and the broader school community
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in alignment with school policies and reporting requirements
• Utilize technology effectively for instruction, communication, and documentation, including Google platforms and the student information system (experience with Veracross preferred)
• Support the work of the Head of School and senior leadership, and perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3–5 years of teaching experience
• Experience teaching Spanish at the Upper Elementary and/or Middle School level
• Deep respect for children, their families, and the Montessori pedagogy
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build respectful, positive relationships within a school community
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative…