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Posted: 21-Jan-25
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: 0
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Foreign Languages
Lower Spanish Teacher Position
Job Title: Lower School Spanish Teacher
Department: World Languages, Lower School
Reports to: Erin Harper, Head of Lower School
FLSA Status: Exempt
PDS Status: Faculty, full-time, benefited
Employment Opportunity: Founded in 1970, Providence Day School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational college preparatory school serving approximately 1,825 students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade. Committed to academic excellence, global diversity and character development, PDS seeks to inspire in its students a passion for learning, a sense of social responsibility and a commitment to personal integrity. Cited for excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, the College Board Advanced Placement Program and the National Council of Teachers of English, PDS provides a challenging and diverse college preparatory curriculum.
PD is recognized as one of The Charlotte Observer’s “Top Workplaces 2024”, “Top Workplaces 2023”, “Top Workplaces 2022”, “Top Workplaces 2019”, as well as, “Top Workplaces 2018”. This award is particularly special because the results are based solely on confidential responses from our employees. Additionally, PDS is recognized as one of greater Charlotte’s 2018 and 2019 Healthiest Employers by the Charlotte Business Journal. This award demonstrates the school’s commitment to promoting the health and wellness of our employees and the importance of appropriate work-life harmony.
The Providence Day School community welcomes people of diverse backgrounds and beliefs who share a commitment to respect one another and accept differences. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of nondiscrimination in the treatment of employees or applicants for employment without consideration of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, gender or gender identity.
Providence Day School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, is a member of ABC (A Better Chance), and holds memberships in the National Association of Independent Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools, North Carolina Association of Independent Schools, Educational Records Bureau, National and Southern Associations for College Admission Counseling, the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, and the College Board.
Providence Day School’s World Language TK-12 program is driven by the standards provided by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Our Lower School language program was nationally recognized in 2016 in receiving the Melba D. Woodruff Award for Exemplary Elementary Foreign Language Program.
This position is a full-time teaching position beginning August, 2025.
Responsibilities: The Lower Spanish Teacher will report to the Head of Lower School and will:
Be responsible for teaching Spanish classes to students in grades Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Create, develop, and identify age-appropriate curriculum and authentic resources.
Effectively collaborate by following the curriculum and plans developed by the Lower School World Language team.
In addition to the normal teaching responsibilities, this person will perform periodic duty assignments (lunch, traffic, etc.) assigned by Lower School administration.
Required Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in Education (K-12).
Proficiency at the Advanced Mid level or higher (based on ACTFL standards).
Superb organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of direct teaching experience in the field.
A Master’s degree
Proficient technology skills, with knowledge of the Google platform is a plus.
Experience teaching in a FLES program.
Working knowledge of ACTFL proficiency standards and the ability to teach the three modes of communication.
A focus on designing lessons and activities centered on listening and speaking skills.
Cultural competency and knowledge of culturally responsive approaches to education.
Candidates should demonstrate a strong academic background and a commitment to fostering language proficiency in a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Salary and Benefits: Providence Day School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a compensation plan that compares favorably with those of other independent schools both locally and nationwide. Individual salary levels are competitive and are determined by educational background and experience. A full benefits package includes TIAA retirement and medical/dental coverage.
Application Process: Applicants should submit a cover letter of interest, current resume, college transcript, three letters of recommendation, and a list of references with telephone numbers. Materials should be sent to:
pds.lsspanish@providenceday.org
This position is open until filled. Providence Day School is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Responsibilities: The Lower Spanish Teacher will report to the Head of Lower School and will:
Be responsible for teaching Spanish classes to students in grades Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Create, develop, and identify age-appropriate curriculum and authentic resources.
Effectively collaborate by following the curriculum and plans developed by the Lower School World Language team.
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Posted: 21-Jan-25
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: 0
Categories
Foreign Languages
Lower Spanish Teacher Position
Job Title: Lower School Spanish Teacher
Department: World Languages, Lower School
Reports to: Erin Harper, Head of Lower School
FLSA Status: Exempt
PDS Status: Faculty, full-time, benefited
Employment Opportunity: Founded in 1970, Providence Day School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational college preparatory school serving approximately 1,825 students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade. Committed to academic excellence, global diversity and character development, PDS seeks to inspire in its students a passion for learning, a sense of social responsibility and a commitment to personal integrity. Cited for excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, the College Board Advanced Placement Program and the National Council of Teachers of English, PDS provides a challenging and diverse college preparatory curriculum.
PD is recognized as one of The Charlotte Observer’s “Top Workplaces 2024”, “Top Workplaces 2023”, “Top Workplaces 2022”, “Top Workplaces 2019”, as well as, “Top Workplaces 2018”. This award is particularly special because the results are based solely on confidential responses from our employees. Additionally, PDS is recognized as one of greater Charlotte’s 2018 and 2019 Healthiest Employers by the Charlotte Business Journal. This award demonstrates the school’s commitment to promoting the health and wellness of our employees and the importance of appropriate work-life harmony.
The Providence Day School community welcomes people of diverse backgrounds and beliefs who share a commitment to respect one another and accept differences. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of nondiscrimination in the treatment of employees or applicants for employment without consideration of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, gender or gender identity.
Providence Day School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, is a member of ABC (A Better Chance), and holds memberships in the National Association of Independent Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools, North Carolina Association of Independent Schools, Educational Records Bureau, National and Southern Associations for College Admission Counseling, the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, and the College Board.
Providence Day School’s World Language TK-12 program is driven by the standards provided by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Our Lower School language program was nationally recognized in 2016 in receiving the Melba D. Woodruff Award for Exemplary Elementary Foreign Language Program.
This position is a full-time teaching position beginning August, 2025.
Responsibilities: The Lower Spanish Teacher will report to the Head of Lower School and will:
Be responsible for teaching Spanish classes to students in grades Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Create, develop, and identify age-appropriate curriculum and authentic resources.
Effectively collaborate by following the curriculum and plans developed by the Lower School World Language team.
In addition to the normal teaching responsibilities, this person will perform periodic duty assignments (lunch, traffic, etc.) assigned by Lower School administration.
Required Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in Education (K-12).
Proficiency at the Advanced Mid level or higher (based on ACTFL standards).
Superb organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of direct teaching experience in the field.
A Master’s degree
Proficient technology skills, with knowledge of the Google platform is a plus.
Experience teaching in a FLES program.
Working knowledge of ACTFL proficiency standards and the ability to teach the three modes of communication.
A focus on designing lessons and activities centered on listening and speaking skills.
Cultural competency and knowledge of culturally responsive approaches to education.
Candidates should demonstrate a strong academic background and a commitment to fostering language proficiency in a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Salary and Benefits: Providence Day School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a compensation plan that compares favorably with those of other independent schools both locally and nationwide. Individual salary levels are competitive and are determined by educational background and experience. A full benefits package includes TIAA retirement and medical/dental coverage.
Application Process: Applicants should submit a cover letter of interest, current resume, college transcript, three letters of recommendation, and a list of references with telephone numbers. Materials should be sent to:
pds.lsspanish@providenceday.org
This position is open until filled. Providence Day School is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Responsibilities: The Lower Spanish Teacher will report to the Head of Lower School and will:
Be responsible for teaching Spanish classes to students in grades Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Create, develop, and identify age-appropriate curriculum and authentic resources.
Effectively collaborate by following the curriculum and plans developed by the Lower School World Language team.
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