High School Spanish Teacher

Great Hearts Academies • San Antonio, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Hearts Northern Oaks Upper School seeks a Spanish Teacher for grades 9–12. The teacher will teach Spanish using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials in a full-immersion classroom, where students speak, listen, read, and write only in Spanish from the first day. Courses cultivate students’ minds and culminate in the study of canonical literary works through reading, discussion, and writing assignments. The teacher will support students’ academic progress, partner with school leadership and families, uphold academy policies and expectations, and contribute to the broader life and professional culture of the academy. The role is based at Great Hearts Northern Oaks Upper School in San Antonio, Texas, and may require local travel for training and professional development. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. U.S. work authorization is required.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or higher is required for a lead teaching role.
• U.S. work authorization is required.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements is required.

Nice To Haves

• All majors are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials.
• Prepare thoughtful lessons and cultivate an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students and monitor their progress.
• Partner with school leadership to address students’ academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Model and uphold Great Hearts culture, policies, and expectations, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures.
• Contribute to a respectful and orderly school environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiate conferences as needed, and foster strong home-school partnerships.
• Participate in faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and ongoing professional growth.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with minimal employee cost.
• Texas Teacher Retirement System.
• Professional development offerings, including great books seminars, leadership and special education coursework and pathways, and reduced-tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities.

What This Job Offers

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