Elementary Spanish Teacher(Part Time)

Job Title:Elementary Spanish Teacher Location:Mission Bay Montessori Academy, San Diego, CA 92122 Position Type:Full-Time/Part Time Reports To:Principal Position Overview: Mission Bay Montessori Academy is seeking a passionate and qualifiedElementary Spanish Teacherto inspire students in grades K–5 to explore and enjoy the Spanish language and culture. The ideal candidate is a creative and energetic educator who is fluent in Spanish and experienced in early language acquisition. This teacher will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging, standards-based lessons that foster a love of languages, cultural awareness, and strong communication skills in young learners. The Spanish Teacher plays a key role in introducing students to the fundamentals of Spanish speaking, listening, reading, and writing through immersive, interactive, and developmentally appropriate instruction. The position requires a deep understanding of both language instruction and elementary pedagogy, and a commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment that values cultural diversity and global citizenship. Key Responsibilities:Instructional Design & Delivery: • Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging Spanish language lessons to students in grades K–5 using age-appropriate methods such as songs, storytelling, games, role-playing, and visuals. • Teach vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar basics, conversational phrases, and simple reading and writing skills. • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English Language Learners and students with special needs. • Incorporate cultural studies into the curriculum to expose students to the traditions, holidays, foods, music, geography, and history of Spanish-speaking countries. • Integrate Spanish instruction with other content areas (e.g., art, music, social studies) when appropriate to support interdisciplinary learning. Assessment & Progress Monitoring: • Use a variety of formative and summative assessment tools to evaluate student progress and inform instruction. • Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and maintain clear records of student achievement. • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress and learning goals. Classroom Management & Environment: • Establish a respectful, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom climate. • Use positive behavior strategies to promote student engagement, cooperation, and responsibility. • Create and maintain a visually stimulating classroom that supports immersion and language retention. Collaboration & Professional Development: • Collaborate with grade-level teachers, specials teachers, and support staff to enrich curriculum and support students holistically. • Participate in staff meetings, curriculum planning sessions, school events, and professional development workshops. • Stay up-to-date with best practices in language instruction, multilingual education, and early childhood pedagogy. Additional Responsibilities: • Contribute to school-wide multicultural and language-learning events, such as International Day, Spanish Week, or cultural assemblies. • Serve as a resource for the school community on Spanish language and Hispanic/Latino cultures. • Support the school’s mission, vision, and core values in all professional responsibilities. Qualifications:Required: • Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field. • Valid teaching credential or state certification in Elementary Education or Foreign Language Instruction. • Native or near-native fluency in Spanish. • Proficiency in English and excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Experience teaching children in an educational setting, preferably at the elementary level. • Knowledge of early language acquisition strategies and best practices. Preferred: • Master’s degree in Education, Spanish, or Bilingual/Bicultural Studies. • Experience with dual-language or immersion programs. • Familiarity with ACTFL proficiency guidelines and standards. • Technology integration skills for virtual/hybrid language instruction. • Experience creating inclusive and culturally responsive curriculum. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: • Classroom-based work in a school environment with occasional outdoor or large group activities. • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds (e.g., teaching materials, props, equipment). • May involve some evening or weekend responsibilities for school events or parent communication. Compensation & Benefits: • Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities. • Paid sick leave, holidays, and school vacation time in accordance with school calendar. Equal Opportunity Statement: Mission Bay Montessori Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Health insurance • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Please describe how will you design spanish course for young children? Education: • Associate (Required) Work Location: In person