Germantown Academy We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought Confident in Expression Compassionate in Spirit Collaborative in Action Honorable in DeedPosition Title: Upper School Spanish TeacherGermantown Academy is an independent coeducational college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1200 students in grades PK12. Founded in 1759 GA is Americas oldest nonsectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices.Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of a sensitivity to and a respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students faculty and staff of varying socioeconomic cultural ideological and ethnic backgrounds. Position Purpose: The Upper School Spanish Teacher teaches Upper School Spanish courses from the introductory to the Advanced/AP level. We are seeking candidates for a fulltime position to join our community beginning August 2025. This is a 10month position with an excellent array of benefits and a competitive salary.We are seeking candidates whoHave at least two years of experience teaching students in grades 912 using best pedagogical practices including comprehensible inputbased teaching and experience teaching towards ACTFL proficiency standards.Have experience teaching the higher levels of Spanish including AP Spanish.Hold a degree in Spanish or related field.Are excited to work with and support upper schoolaged students (Grades 912.Demonstrate a commitment to studentcentered learning.Demonstrate a collaborative and growth mindset as a teacher and professional with an interest in curriculum design. Possess the cultural competency necessary for working with a diverse population in an equitable and inclusive community.Demonstrate the flexibility to use technology in support of student learning and other professional responsibilities.Communicate well both in writing and verbally with colleagues students and families.Model a culture of flexible continuous learning to challenge and support students.Core Job ResponsibilitiesThis role is a fulltime teaching position with the following major responsibilities:Teach four or five sections of Spanish (per departmental need).Serve as homeroom advisor for a group of Upper School students.Be a leader in the schools cocurricular program in meaningful ways outside the classroom by coaching leading extracurricular activities etc.Other responsibilities including attending regular faculty meetings professional learning communities inservice days and other supervision duties as assigned.
Upper School Spanish Teacher
