6-12 World Language Teacher - Spanish - Long Term Substitute August 27 through November 20, 2026

Francis Parker School • San Diego, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Francis Parker School (Parker) is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate educator to teach in its 6-12 World Language Department. This is a long-term substitute position from August 27 through November 20, 2026. The preferred candidate will have a depth of content knowledge to teach Upper School Spanish 3 Honors, along with the versatility to teach a range of learners and grade levels. Innovation, creativity, varied teaching methods, and technology integration are expected to bring the Spanish-speaking world to life for students. The role involves working collaboratively within the scope and sequence guided by ACTFL standards, assessing student growth, and embracing inclusion and diversity. Co-advising a cohort of Upper School students is also part of this role.

Requirements

• A degree and preferably a teaching credential in Spanish.
• The ability to passionately and effectively teach both Middle and Upper School Spanish.
• The ability to serve as an advisor and mentor to Middle School or Upper School students.
• A strong and sincere commitment to professional development both in pedagogy and content area.
• Strong interpersonal and cultural competency skills when working with students, parents, faculty, and School leadership.
• High standards and high expectations for students.
• Commitment to being a positive and contributing member of the professional community.
• A love of children, a passionate commitment to Spanish Language instruction, and a desire to work with all types of learners.
• Extraordinary communication and presentation skills.
• A proficiency in the use of technology.
• A desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

• Multicultural curriculum development and culturally responsive teaching experience.
• Multiple language fluency.

Responsibilities

• Daily classroom instruction, including planning and teaching a challenging course of study in a developmentally appropriate manner, with experience in differentiating instruction and interactive presentation.
• Prioritizing and examining inclusive curricula, teaching practice and environment.
• Ongoing communication and conferencing with parents.
• Advising and mentoring a group of students in our life skills program.
• Conferencing with students and colleagues as required.
• Weekly collaboration with teaching partners to maintain and develop consistency within course offerings (e.g., horizontal alignment and consistent assessment practices between like courses).
• Active participation in the curricular improvement of the department.
• Willingness to initiate or participate in co-curricular activities such as Science Olympiad, Global Education Trips/Discovery Week, Camp, Math Team, or Coaching Athletics.
• Co-advising a cohort of Upper School students.

What This Job Offers

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