Teacher - Spanish - Primary Years Programme/PYP - 2026-2027

International School of Denver•Denver, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ISDenver is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society. ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-High School, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments. ISDenver teachers provide subject guidance to any class or group of students assigned, ensuring their holistic developmental needs are met – personal, social, emotional, and academic.

Requirements

Bachelors or Masters degree or equivalent in education/appropriate field (required)
English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)
Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS.
Native in the target teaching language as required (Spanish/French/Chinese) with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)
Knowledge of and proficiency in age and developmentally appropriate teaching methods (required)
Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.)
Ability to work well independently or as part of a team, and provide direction to others when needed.
Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills and to exercise sound judgment
Eagerness to engage with co-curricular, extra-curricular, school community, and PTO activities that promote the school’s programs and reputation.
Experience with or commitment to learning the International Baccalaureate Programme and commitment to delivering the ISDenver curriculum.
Collaborative, team-oriented, globally- and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate.
Professionalism, punctuality, and reliability.
Commitment to learning about and implementing DEIB practices in the classroom and school community.
Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures.

Nice To Haves

Recognized teaching credentials (ex: CO State License) (preferred)
Two years experience teaching the subject(s) in ECE, Elementary, or Middle School as appropriate (preferred, required for J1 visa sponsorship)

Responsibilities

Assume responsibility as the subject area teacher and/or as a co-teacher for one or more classes of assigned students, promoting the general progress and well being of individual students and of any class or group of students assigned, ensuring their holistic developmental needs are met – personal, social, emotional, and academic.
Plan, prepare and teach high quality lessons following course objectives and outlines for course of study in line with current best practice, taking into account the international dimension of the school population and the ISDenver Learning Principles and curriculum guidelines, including DEIB-based Social and Emotional curriculum.
Challenge and inspire students by matching learning to the individual educational needs and learning styles of students in the classes or groups assigned.
Record student progress and attainment, giving timely, constructive, and developmentally appropriate oral and written feedback as outlined in ISDenver policies.
Maintain good order and discipline among the students, safeguarding their health and safety whenever they are authorized to be on the school premises and when they are engaged in authorized school activities elsewhere.
Ensure an organized, supportive, and stimulating high-quality learning environment at all times.
Carry out all administrative and organizational tasks as required, including attendance records and supervision of students, following timings and ensuring that there is always a prompt start and end to lessons and recess times and that school policies and procedures are followed at all times.
Actively promote positive professional partnerships between home and school by providing frequent and timely communication on classroom activities and guidance and advice to parents on educational and social/emotional matters, discussing academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements throughout the year.
Manage and maintain the classroom in compliance with the requirements of government regulations and ISDenver safety policies and procedures.
Lead class field trips, overnight trips, and/or other out-of-classroom experiences according to school policies and procedures.
Participate fully in supervision duties (lunch/recess/etc.), staff meetings, parent meetings, workshops and various co-curricular, extra-curricular and PTO activities that promote the school’s programs and reputation.
Actively collaborate within and across academic departments and programs to ensure high standards of learning and teaching across the curriculum to create a sense of cohesion and spirit within the team, appropriately support learners, and promote successful transition for all students.
As appropriate (generally in ECE), work in close collaboration with assigned Teaching Assistant(s), managing their workload and tasks so that student learning is prioritized and supported fully and appropriately during the school day.
Participate fully in the ISDenver Growth and Evaluation Process.
Actively participate in school-sponsored Professional Development (PD) workshops and training to remain current with best practice and support the School Strategic Plan.
Utilize a growth mindset towards professional growth.
Be prepared to share best practice with colleagues through opportunities such as team or co-teaching, peer observations, modeling and assisting with PD workshops.

Benefits

Generous Time Off: Paid leave for all full-time staff: Thanksgiving break (3 days), winter break (2 weeks), 4th of july week (1 week)
Faculty: summer break (~ 2 months), October, February, and April breaks (1 week each), 6 days FTO (prorated for part-time positions)
Year Round Administrative staff: FTO accrued starting first day of work, 20 days FTO/year as base FTO
FTO encompasses most time off such as sick, personal, and vacation time
Cigna Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with significant school contribution to Medical and Dental
Employer-paid Life, Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and AD&D
Supplemental insurance available through Colonial
Employer contribution to 401k regardless of employee participation
Tuition remission and discounted co-curricular clubs for children enrolled at ISDenver
Discounted summer and break camps for children of full-time staff (ISDenver enrollment not required)
J-1 visa sponsorship
Relocation allowance
Free daily lunch
Professional Development opportunities
Staff appreciation and cultural celebration events