Whippany, New Jersey
Posted: 07-Jun-25
Location: Princeton, New Jersey
Type: Full Time
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The Position
Chapin School is seeking a Spanish teacher for the 2025–2026 school year, who is committed to nurturing and supporting elementary aged students. The ideal candidate is a dynamic and creative Spanish teacher with enthusiasm for working with lower school students, a commitment to innovative pedagogy and collaboration with colleagues, and a comfort and familiarity with using relevant technology to enhance learning. The Lower school Spanish teacher reports to the World Language Department Chair and the Director of grades 1 - 8.
Responsibilities:
- Teach all sections of grades PreK3 – 5 Spanish
- Collaborate with colleagues to design and improve curriculum and engage students
- Meet school guidelines regarding grading, recordkeeping, and use of the learning management system to post information about classes
- Participate in school-wide activities such as workshops, special events, and professional meetings
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Teaching experience in lower school preferred
- Knowledge of best practices in World Language learning
- Forward thinking and creative teacher
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- Comfort with technology integration
- Experience with differentiated instruction
- Commitment to collaborative and innovative teaching styles
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Experience working in independent schools preferred but not required
Send electronically in one email and separate pdf documents to:
Karen Hepburn, Assistant to the Head of School
Chapin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks a diverse and broad spectrum of qualified candidates.