Middle School Spanish Teacher, Temporary

University Preparatory Academy • Seattle, WA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, and on a full-time basis, teaches Middle School level Spanish courses as needed. This is a temporary, full-time, regular academic year position for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Spanish Language or Spanish Studies required
• Fluency in both Spanish and English required
• Flexibility, enthusiasm and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
• Commitment to teaching the whole child
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of the developmental needs of Middle School-aged students
• A working understanding of Universal Design for Learning and Understanding by Design concepts
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability and flexibility to use Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, learning management systems, online meeting and conferencing applications, and operating Audio/Visual equipment.
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred
• 3+ years’ teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Teaches four sections of Middle-School level Spanish
• Provides classroom instruction and management
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, parents and administrators as appropriate
• Actively participates in the life of the school including participating in an overnight trip, chaperoning activities, helping with lunchroom supervision, etc.
• Is familiar with and comply with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
• Establish and cultivate community relations by maintaining open dialogue with all the school’s constituencies
• Vigorously engages in their own professional development
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level