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Part-Time Upper School Spanish Teacher
National Cathedral School seeks an energetic and engaging Upper School Spanish teacher who believes in the power of young women and is dedicated to nurturing their curiosity and potential. This part-time sabbatical position will be responsible for teaching three Spanish classes during the Spring Semester which begins January 12, 2026 and ends June 5, 2026.
The ideal candidate:
- Demonstrates pedagogical skill with the ability to differentiate to meet the needs of a variety of learners.
- Exhibits content specific knowledge in Spanish especially for learners transitioning into more complex interactions with Spanish language and cultures of the language users.
- Uses a variety of approaches to deliver instruction and ensure student mastery.
- Enjoys being an active member of the school community that extends beyond the classroom.
- Has relevant teaching experience or a degree in education.
- Displays strong classroom management skills.
- Understands and appreciates working with students of this age by providing a safe nurturing environment in which students can thrive.
- Possesses at least a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching a part-time load of 3 sections.
- Participating and collaborating within the full department to ensure excellent scope and sequence.
- Communicating with colleagues, students and parents on a regular basis.
Teachers are on campus from 7:45am to approximately 4pm. Additional responsibilities include participating in department, division and faculty meetings, holding regular office hours, as well as attending chapel, cathedral services, and assemblies.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is between $26,000 for a beginning teacher to $50,000 for a teacher with 30+ years of experience. The exact salary is determined based on education and teaching experience using a step scale. Benefits available include medical, dental, life insurance, a retirement plan with a school contribution, free parking or transit benefits, and lunch without charge, as well as support for professional development experiences. Additional stipends are available for coaching middle or upper school sports.
To Apply:
Send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment with the job title in the subject line to: NCSemployment@ncs.org. Unfortunately, we will not be able to respond to each applicant; you will hear from us if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.
The National Cathedral School is grounded in the Episcopal promise to honor the dignity of every human being. We believe a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community fosters intellectual excellence and empathy needed to amplify the collective power of young women to enrich and improve a dynamic world. We therefore seek candidates who will embrace diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to ensure a strongly connected and engaged community in and outside of the classroom.
