Upper School Spanish Teacher 2025-26 SY

Position: Full-Time Upper School Spanish Teacher 2025-26 SY

Summary of Position: Lake Mary Preparatory School was founded in 1999 and continues to be one of the top co-educational, private, international prep schools in Seminole County serving students in grades PreK 3 through 12. At Lake Mary Preparatory School we offer small classroom sizes and our goal is to ignite the full academic potential of each student through engaging instruction, meaningful feedback, and authentic assessment.

We are seeking a passionate, forward-thinking Upper School Spanish Teacher to join our engaged and dedicated World Language Department. We are redefining education by prioritizing true understanding, student engagement, and real-world application. We seek educators who inspire curiosity, encourage deep thinking, and equip students with the confidence to communicate authentically in a second language. Qualified candidates must be proficient in teaching Spanish I through AP Spanish to Upper School students. The ideal candidate is a dynamic educator who embraces proficiency-based instruction aligned with ACTFL standards, creates an immersive learning environment, uses a comprehensible input (CI) approach, and values cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging, student-centered lessons that emphasize language acquisition through comprehensible input (CI), authentic communication, and cultural exploration.
• Foster an interactive, inquiry-driven classroom where students build proficiency through meaningful conversations, storytelling, music, media, and real-world applications.
• Encourage risk-taking and a growth mindset, creating a safe space for students to develop fluency and confidence.
• Use ACTFL proficiency guidelines to assess and guide student progress, focusing on communication skills rather than rote memorization.
• Provide constructive, ongoing feedback to help students develop language skills naturally and authentically.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum, develop cross-disciplinary opportunities, and integrate language learning across subjects.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring all students progress in their language acquisition journey.
• Incorporate 21st-century skills and technology to enhance learning and connect students to global perspectives.
• Engage with parents and guardians to support student growth and progress in language proficiency.

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish and prior classroom experience required; teaching certificate strongly preferred
• Experience teaching Spanish I through AP Spanish in an engaging, student-centered environment.
• Commitment to comprehensible input (CI), proficiency-based instruction, and ACTFL-aligned teaching.
• A passion for authentic cultural integration and creating immersive learning experiences.
• Strong collaboration skills and a desire to innovate within a dynamic learning community.
• Experience in UbD planning, inquiry-based learning, and/or interdisciplinary collaboration is preferred.

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Sample of UbD planning or a similar planning framework
• Recent example of a formative assessment you have developed
• Performance task or summative assessment you have developed
• Professional references

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000