Middle School Spanish Teacher

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

We are seeking an inspiring and dedicated Middle School Spanish Teacher to join our dynamic and growing middle school community. As a Spanish teacher, you will foster language proficiency, cultural awareness, and global citizenship while helping students develop confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish. Your lessons will be engaging, interactive, and student-centered, encouraging students to communicate authentically and appreciate the richness and diversity of the Spanish-speaking world.

We value educators who create immersive and meaningful language-learning experiences that build both fluency and confidence. You will design lessons that encourage active communication, cultural exploration, and real-world application of language skills. Through engaging instruction, collaboration, and differentiated support, you will help students develop a strong foundation in Spanish while fostering curiosity about other cultures and perspectives.

In your classroom, students will be encouraged to take risks, communicate purposefully, and develop the skills necessary to become confident global learners. As a role model, you will demonstrate enthusiasm for language learning, cultural appreciation, and lifelong learning, inspiring students to engage deeply with the Spanish language and the broader world around them.

Beyond the classroom, our teachers play an integral role in the school community by providing extra support to students, offering guidance, and building meaningful relationships. We seek educators who bring energy, creativity, and a passion for language and culture, creating a dynamic learning environment where students are eager to learn and grow.

If you are passionate about world language education and excited to inspire the next generation of global citizens, we would love to hear from you!

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and expertly teach Spanish courses that challenge students, support diverse learning needs, and maintain high expectations for all learners.
• Foster listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency through engaging, communicative, and immersive instructional practices.
• Design meaningful learning experiences that connect language acquisition with cultural understanding and global awareness.
• Create lessons that encourage authentic communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world application of language skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning opportunities and contribute to a positive school culture.
• Support the welfare and success of all students through proactive and restorative classroom practices.
• Maintain regular communication with families regarding student progress and growth.
• Demonstrate interest and capacity to advise students through clubs, activities, coaching, or other extracurricular opportunities.
• Actively participate in various aspects of school life, including field trips, student events, committees, and community-building initiatives.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness in both curriculum and classroom practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Spanish, World Languages, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience at the middle school, high school, or college level.
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and strong English communication skills.
• Experience implementing effective language acquisition strategies and differentiated instruction.
• Ability to create an engaging, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and collaboration with colleagues.
• Passion for fostering cultural appreciation and global awareness through language learning.

Compensation

• The full-time equivalent salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000. The starting salary is based on several factors, including type and years of experience, education level, and expertise.
• Stratford Preparatory, a Spring Education Group school, offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Career Growth, Retirement (401K), Health Insurance, and Flexible Spending. Eligibility rules must be met.
• The position is located at 3800 Blackford Ave., San Jose, CA

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively "Company") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.