Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking an experienced and dynamic Upper School Spanish Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about teaching and have a commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for our students. Our school community values diverse experiences and backgrounds, aiming to empower our students to connect, belong, and grow. 

About Us: 

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school that educates young women in grades 6 through 12. We emphasize academic rigor, a joy of learning, and leadership among young women through diverse and enriching experiences. 

Responsibilities: 

• Teach Spanish to students in grades 9-12, developing proficiency in all language skills. 

• Create an inclusive and dynamic classroom environment that encourages student participation and engagement. 

• Implement a variety of instructional strategies, with a focus on communicative language teaching and cultural understanding based on ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. 

• Collaborate with colleagues in the World Languages department to develop a cohesive and interdisciplinary curriculum. 

• Assess student learning effectively and communicate progress regularly with students and their families. 

• Design performance assessments and projects that assess the 21st-century skills of critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity. 

• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development opportunities, and school events. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. 

• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish. 

• At least three years of teaching experience at the high school level with demonstrated success in fostering novice and intermediate language proficiency. 

• Strong understanding of and commitment to the principles of effective language instruction. 

• Ability to integrate technology in the classroom to enhance learning experiences. 

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to connect with students and families. 

• Commitment to the mission and values of Connelly School of the Holy Child and to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community. 

• Willingness to engage in continual professional development and reflect on teaching practices. 

About Connelly School of the Holy Child

Connelly School of the Holy Child Founded in 1961 by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus as a college preparatory school for girls grade 6-12. The school is part of a network of 33 Holy Child schools in the United States, Europe and Africa, which is guided by the educational philosophy of Cornelia Connelly. Holy Child enrolls approximately 300 students every year from the Washington, DC metropolitan area as well as across the globe. Holy Child creates a personal learning experience with an 8 to 1 student to faculty ratio and offers fine arts programs as well as competitive sports teams in soccer, field hockey, volleyball, basketball, cross country lacrosse and more. Service is part of the Holy Child curriculum and students last year completed 5,000 hours of community service.

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