Adolescent Guide: Spanish/ Community Teacher and Advisor Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Adolescent Guide:

Spanish/ Community Teacher and Advisor Knoxville Montessori Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$43K – $55.1K a year 11 hours ago Qualifications Bilingual School experience Spanish Mid-level Bachelor’s degree Organizational skills Montessori 1 year Communication skills

Teaching Full Job Description Job Title:

Adolescent Guide – Spanish/Community Teacher & Advisor Full-Time | Middle & High School |

Knoxville, TN Job Summary:

Knoxville Montessori School (KMS) is hiring a full-time Adolescent Guide to teach Spanish , lead community-based projects , and serve as a student advisor in our Middle and High School Adolescent Program. This is a collaborative teaching role that emphasizes real-world, holistic, Montessori-based education.

Responsibilities:

Teach Spanish as a Second Language using interactive, project-based, and culturally relevant methods. Co-lead implementation of Montessori curriculum , including classroom learning, urban agriculture, and micro-economy. Serve as advisor for a small group of students, supporting them in academic planning, internships, and capstone projects. Help organize and supervise school trips and off-campus experiences. Support the preparation and care of both indoor and outdoor learning environments . Participate in school fundraisers, including lead support on Greek Fest Parking. Collaborate with the Head of School and Adolescent team to evaluate student progress, communicate with families, and foster a positive school culture.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (required) Montessori training for ages 12-18 (AMI, AMS, or MACTE), or willingness to obtain certification Experience teaching adolescents; Montessori background preferred Ability to teach Middle & High School Spanish; bilingual preferred Excellent communication and organizational skills Passion for nature, experiential learning, and adolescent development

What We’re Looking For:

Positive attitude and strong work ethic Team player who enjoys problem-solving and collaboration Compassionate and clear communicator Interest in social-emotional learning, diversity, and equity Loves the outdoors and supports hands-on, real-world education

Schedule:

August-May with students, summer includes planning time (Paid all 12 months) Monday-Friday, school-day hours, with occasional extended hours for trips or events

ADDITIONAL CHARACTERISTICS NEEDED FOR SUCCESS

• Positive attitude.
• Problem solver.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• Effective collaborator.
• Warm and welcoming with children while being clear, confident, and firm when needed.
• Loves nature and connecting with the natural world.
• Welcomes feedback and wants to develop, learn and improve professionally.
• Interested in hearing and understanding different and new perspectives.
• Humility, a sense of humor, and a warm nurturing personality.

To Apply:

Submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. Questions? Please contact Join our team and help empower students to thrive in an authentic, inclusive Montessori environment.