Upper School Spanish Teacher

St. Luke's School • New Canaan, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Luke’s School, a secular, college-preparatory day school serving grades 5 through 12 in New Canaan, Connecticut, seeks a full-time teacher of Spanish to join its award-winning World Language (WL) Department. The St. Luke’s WL team includes 6 Spanish teachers, 4 French teachers, and 3 Mandarin teachers. The WL program is known regionally and nationally for its innovations, use of cutting-edge technology, and total immersion modern language classes.

Requirements

• Inspiring, dynamic classroom approach
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Collaborative approach to innovation and creative problem-solving
• Strong cultural competency skills, with a demonstrated commitment to furthering an equitable and inclusive school community
• Eagerness to develop student agency through meaningful learning experiences
• Dedication to cultivating a sense of belonging in students by building trusting relationships
• Experience providing clear and actionable feedback to students, grounded in a growth mindset
• Desire to continue growing professionally
• Candidates who advance in the interview process should be able to provide lesson plans and a portfolio of assignments that reflect current research-supported educational practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach full-time load of 4 Upper School Spanish classes.
• Participate in an after-school activity for three seasons (e.g., athletic coaching).
• Serve as co-advisor for a group of 6 to 8 students.
• Assist with supervisory duties, such as study hall proctoring, lunchroom supervision, and chaperoning events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed