Upper School Spanish Teacher

Title:

Spanish TeacherDepartment/Location:

Upper School faculty, St.

LouisPosition Type:

Full-Time, 39 weekSummaryThe Spanish Teacher uses a variety of teaching methods to effectively explain and demonstrate language concepts and culture in accordance with the schools curriculum; leads classes and teaches primarily in the target language; proficient in upper-level Spanish skills.

Within our close-knit, mission-driven learning community, Principia School teachers nurture students limitless potentialacademically, morally, and spirituallymodeling love, integrity, and lifelong learning in all they do.

Who We AreAtour award-winningEarly Childhood throughgrade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri,andtop-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to educationblending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principias team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network ofalumni and friends.

At Principia School,our core value isLOVE.Love and its attributesunderpin our foundational beliefs as well as our educational approach. We focus on developing the whole childintellectually, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually, preparing students for the next steps in life.

We foster a challenging yet supportive environment where character unfolds naturally,and talent is cultivated through boundless opportunities.

Character education plays an essentialrole in every aspect of thestudentexperience, and classroom work is augmented by character trips, leadership development, and real-world, hands-on,project-based learning.

Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrows leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create acollaborative and inclusive environmentwhere everyone feels they belong and are valued.

Primary ResponsibilitiesDisplays strong interest and love for working with high school studentsDevelops four basic language skills: reading, writing, listening and speakingPlanseffectiveandpedagogically-soundlessonsthatinvokestudentinterestandownershipModels an enthusiasm and love for the subject matterHelps students develop a strong appreciation of foreign peoples and their cultures, knowledge of the areas geography, and critical thinking and communication skills Has experience with or is willing to work in a 1:1 laptop environmentRecognizes that the subject of Spanish is a vehicle for character educationHandles discipline situations in an effective mannerCommunicates well and works collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, parents, Resident Counselors, and administratorsOrganizes professional obligations to achieve timeliness and orderUses effective information technology for student learningSecondary ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates a strong interest and commitment to working with a wide range of students, helping them feel successful and recognize their unlimited potentialDemonstrates commitment to preparing students to be thoughtful, informed, and active citizensRecognizes character education as an essential and natural part of daily classroom and ensemble instructionCollaborates effectively with colleagues, coaches, parents, houseparents, and administrators to support shared curricular, instructional, and student-life goalsSupports mutual curricular and instructional goals with Upper School colleagues through collaboration and regular communicationParticipates as a member of a departmental team, including attending at weekly meetings and collaborative planningServes as an advisor to a group of 8-10 Upper School studentsSupports innovative and engaging student recruitment and retention effortsPursues ongoing professional development, applies best educational practices, and contributes to a professional learning community focused on continuous improvement.

Participates in required professional development on Monday and Wednesday afternoonsFulfills all responsibilities expected of a faculty member, including curriculum development, lesson planning, grading and assessment, administrative tasks, meetings, supervision, family communication, and participation in school events as assignedLead and mentor small groups of students as a Crew Leader, including oversight during fall Character Trips and active participation in House activitiesAttends and supports curricular trips, festivals, service-learning performance opportunities, and school activities, including chaperoning social events and travelPerforms other duties as assigned in support of the schools mission and programmatic needsCoreCompetenciesPrincipiavaluesthe unique strengths each employee brings to their role. The following competencies are especially important for successat

Principia:

Continuous Learning &Expertise:

Demonstratesmastery in your area of responsibility and seeks opportunities for professional growth and development.

Accountability & Results Orientation:

Manages time and priorities effectively, meets commitments, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes.

Problem Solving & Judgment:

Approaches challenges thoughtfully,considersmultiple perspectives, andmakessound,timelydecisions that support institutional goals.

Proactivity & Ownership:

Takes initiative,anticipatesneeds, and drives projects forward with minimal supervision while taking responsibility for outcomes.

Excellence & Attention to

Detail:

Producesaccurate, polished, and high-quality work; continuouslylooksfor ways to improve systems, processes, and results.

Service Orientation:

Builds positive, supportive relationships and responds promptly and professionally to the needs of students, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

Collaboration & Collegiality:

Works cooperatively across departments and teams; values input from others and contributes to a positive, respectful environment.

Communication:

Shares information clearly and concisely; listens carefully to others and adjusts communication style for different audiences and situations.

Inclusion & Belonging:

Demonstratesrespect for all people; values diverse perspectives and fosters a culture of inclusion, belonging, and mutual respect.

Minimum QualificationsStudent of Christian Science preferredSupportive of Principiasguiding statementsas articulated herehttps://www.principia.edu/about/guiding-statementsMasters degree in Spanish preferredTeaching certification requiredDocumented teaching experience with high school students; ability to work with a wide range of students - helping them feel successful and reach their full potentialAble to perform detailed work in pronunciation, practice in basic patterns of grammar, build vocabulary, develop aural-oral skills, teach reading and writing comprehension, and introduce culture and literatureThe statementsabovedescribe the general nature and level of work but are not a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of Principia.

Compensation and BenefitsWeoffer a competitive salary range for this position, starting at $51,000 annually for candidates with aBachelorsdegree and no prior teaching experience. Salary iscommensuratewithdegreeand years of teaching experience.

In addition to salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

GenerousEmployee Tuition Discount:

Enjoy a 90% discount on tuition (pro-rated for part-time staff) for your eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded).

Relocation:

Principia provides a relocationreimbursement of up to 12% of your annual salary, when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles.

Professional Development:

Access to learning opportunities, training programs, and career growth support.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Learn more about all our benefitshere, including comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a403(b) retirementplan with Principia matching, and more.

EqualOpportunityPrincipia, a mission-driven institution, believes every person has the right toan equitableand respectful educational environment and workplace. Principiadoesnot discriminateon the basisofrace, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status.

In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principiaas an institution with a religious missiongives preference, whereappropriate, to Christian Scientists.