Temporary Spanish Teacher, Grades 1–12 (2026–2027)

Career Page•Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Denver Waldorf School (DWS) seeks a qualified candidate to join our faculty as a Temporary Spanish Teacher for Grades 1–12 for the 2026–27 school year. This is a temporary, 3/4-time position averaging approximately 30 hours per week, filling in for a faculty member who is on an approved leave of absence. The position is anticipated to continue through January 2027; however, the duration may vary depending on the length of the employee’s leave and the needs of the school. This position includes teaching Spanish classes across elementary, middle, and high school grades and supporting a cohesive, developmentally appropriate language program across grade levels. The ideal candidate brings both a love of language and culture and the ability to meet students at varying developmental stages—from playful, immersive elementary instruction to rigorous, leveled high school coursework.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university required
Demonstrated experience teaching Spanish at the elementary and/or secondary level in classroom settings.
Proficiency in designing effective, engaging lessons and managing students across developmental stages.
Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and authentic language immersion.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree preferred
Waldorf Teacher Training strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Teach assigned Spanish courses across Grades 1–12 in alignment with the current DWS scope and sequence as documented with ACIS and AWSNA.
Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans, assignments, assessments, syllabi, and related materials.
Foster a love of the Spanish language and Latin cultures through immersive and experiential methods, including songs, poetry, storytelling, games, literature, conversation, and authentic language use.
Provide written curriculum documentation as requested for ACIS and AWSNA standards.
Provide grades and narrative assessments for each class within one week of block end for high school courses and report on student progress as appropriate in elementary grades.
Support diverse learning styles and maintain effective classroom management across all age groups.
Provide general supervision of students during and outside of class time as assigned.
Communicate in a timely and professional manner with students, parents, and colleagues.
Collaborate with Student Support to address and support student academic needs.
Attend weekly all-school faculty meetings on Thursdays after school, as required.
Attend High School Faculty and Special Subject Faculty meetings as appropriate to the position and schedule.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and attend parent meetings when requested during the period of employment.
Participate in applicable all-school events and activities.
Maintain the classroom and workspace to ensure a healthy, organized, and inspiring learning environment.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Spanish program and school community.