Dawson, a K-12 independent school of 530 students located east of Boulder on a beautiful 112-acre campus, seeks a long-term substitute Spanish teacher for Middle School. Dawson is a growing and passionate educational community dedicated to the healthy development and education of all of its students.  We are committed to excellence of mind, body, and character and to the support of students’ efforts to reach their individual potential, meet the challenges of the world, and savor life.  Compensation is $136 per day, this position is not eligible for benefits.

Professional Qualifications

• Teaching experience required
• An undergraduate degree in related field of education or Spanish is required, a graduate degree is preferred
• Strong classroom management skills and excellent Spanish skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Personal warmth and friendliness
• Attitude that exemplifies teamwork and personal responsibility
• Ability to include technology elements into all aspects of instruction
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for work with all school constituencies
• Model school virtues of respect, compassion, courage, and integrity
• Collaborate and work positively as a member of a team

Duties

• Report to Director of Middle School
• Follow instructions left by the teacher
• Teach four sections of Spanish
• Serve as Advisor
• Participate in class trips
• Additional duties as deemed necessary by the School

Interested candidates should go to the Dawson website (www.dawsonschool.org), scroll to the bottom of the page, click on the Employment link, click the link under Current Job Opportunities at Dawson, and select the Long-Term Middle School Spanish Substitute Teacher posting to apply for this position. Only online applications will be accepted. This position is available beginning in October through January 6, 2020. No phone calls please.