Western Reserve Academy, one of the nation’s premier boarding schools, invites experienced,
dynamic and collaborative educators who are passionate about teaching Spanish. Candidates
should have the ability to inspire students and colleagues and the willingness to participate fully
in all that is associated with a vibrant boarding school community.

The ideal candidate possesses most or all of the following qualifications:

• Minimum of five years experience teaching high school Spanish.
• Master’s degree in Spanish or a closely related field.
• Academic preparation to teach all levels of Spanish.
• Distinguished language skills and a willingness to teach in immersion.
• Enthusiasm to engage and lead teen learners in and out of the classroom.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with a team and independently.
• Experience in academic leadership.
• Willingness and desire to travel with students internationally.
• High degree of cultural competency and demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.
• Willingness to develop connections and collaborate with other WRA academic departments, university language departments and/or industry leaders.
• Motivation to seek and provide cultural activities in and out of the classroom.
• Proficient in using technology to enhance learning in the classroom.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in language and/or education.

Duties & Responsibilities

WRA strives to find the right balance of duties and responsibilities for each faculty member.
Typical expectations include:

• Teach four Spanish courses, levels to be determined by individual strengths and the needs of the department.
• Participate in the student life program, including dormitory duty.
• Engage in afternoon programs.
• Teach an ECHO.
• Serve as an academic advisor for a small group of students.
• Attend school and faculty gatherings.
• Serve on appropriate task forces.

To Apply

Send letter of interest and résumé/CV to wrarecruiting@wra.net.