Middle School Spanish Teacher (Part-Time)

Part-time Middle School Spanish Teacher Start Date: August 2026 Vision Inspire students to achieve their dreams and reach beyond themselves to make a difference in the world. Mission Hillbrook provides an extraordinary educational experience that fosters a love of learning in our students and helps them develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve their highest individual potential in school and in life. At Hillbrook, students are known, respected and valued as individuals and every day is a journey of self-discovery, imaginative thinking, creative problem solving, laughter and friendship. Core Values Be kind. Be curious. Take risks. Be your best. Position The Spanish teacher will be someone who loves visionary thinking as well as tactical execution, a teacher with an entrepreneurial spirit and a grounding in best practices in secondary schools. The teacher will join a highly collaborative and exceptional faculty and will be responsible for bringing a deep experience in teaching Spanish. The teacher will work alongside the other Spanish teacher to refine the core program in 8th grade. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Actively participate in a collaborative employee culture that is committed to being at the leading edge of JK - 12th grade education. Teach 1 section of 8th grade Spanish Provide a hands‑on, inquiry‑based style of teaching that exemplifies how student wellness, intellectual rigor, and a deep commitment to social impact and DEI are critical to a Hillbrook learning experience Effectively manage flexible, collaborative learning experiences with various sized groups of students Participate in the design of the new campus and classrooms Thoughtfully integrate technology into the curriculum Actively participate in a faculty culture that is committed to being at the leading edge of JK‑12 education Report to the Head of Middle School Qualifications Desire and ability to work in a collegial, highly collaborative environment Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning in a diverse, dynamic, and progressive school community A commitment to anti‑racism and demonstrated skill designing equitable and inclusive educational experiences and learning environments that incorporate themes of diversity and justice Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or related field. Experience using Teaching with Comprehensible Input Experience with competency‑based education preferred A love of and experience in teaching Middle school‑age children Proficiency in and curiosity about educational technology A growth mindset, sense of humor, and excellent organizational and communication skills Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, & Action As noted in our Commitment to Community & Belonging, Hillbrook values a diverse and inclusive community that reflects the richness of Silicon Valley. All employees contribute to creating an environment where students and families feel respected, supported, and connected. We use the following norms to guide our communication with each other: Assume good will Come from your own experience Be more curious than certain Hold yourself and others capable Each and every day our students will be challenged to live out our Core Values - be kind, be curious, take risks, be your best - as they engage with an exceptional team of educators committed to helping each student reach their highest potential in school and in life. Our program is also guided by the core questions of the Scott Center for Social Entrepreneurship - “What matters to you? What are you doing about it?” Simple yet provocative, these two questions inspire all members of our community as they convey two foundational beliefs: learning must be purposeful and have enduring impact, and leveraging student interest drives both engagement and success. Hillbrook, unlike any other school, does not only call on its students to make the world a better place, but also explicitly prioritizes the skills and habits that prepare them to do so, activating and empowering students to make immediate and lasting social impact during their JK-12 years while launching them into a lifetime of social impact work. Benefits Salaries are competitive. Benefits include: full medical, dental, and vision coverage; ample retirement planning; a generous holiday schedule; religious/cultural holidays following each employee’s faith and background; access to the latest state‑of‑the‑art educational technology; and a strong commitment to engaging and personalized professional development. Equal Opportunity Employer Hillbrook School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds. Hillbrook School is committed to fostering and sustaining a learning community and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school‑administered programs and activities. Hourly Rate The hourly rate range for this role is $55.56 - $100.69 per hour dependent on years of experience. Please apply by submitting your resume/CV and letter of intent via this application form. About Hillbrook School Hillbrook School is an independent Junior Kindergarten - 12th grade school located on two campuses in San José and Los Gatos, California. The JK - 8th grade is located on 14 acres in Los Gatos and the 9th-12th grade is in two historic buildings in downtown San José. Founded in 1935, Hillbrook is known for its student centered approach to education where students are known as individuals and learning is active and engaging. You can learn more about Hillbrook at #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools