Glenelg Country School (GCS) is an independent day school serving students age 2 – grade 12. Our mission is to cultivate a diverse community of learners who discover, contribute, thrive, and excel. These principles serve as a foundation for all we do. The school seeks an Upper School Spanish Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The teaching assignment will include a range of Grades 9-12 Spanish classes in a department noted for its collaborative approach, focus on oral proficiency and commitment to global citizenship. Upper School Spanish classes combine both on-level and honors students and include A.P. Language and A.P. Literature electives. The successful candidate will bring to GCS a love of working with adolescents, a skills-based approach to teaching and a passion for language. Strong candidates will be comfortable working with a wide range of learners, building a student-centered learning environment and integrating academic technology. Experience with proficiency-based approaches and comprehensible input strategies will be advantageous. All Upper School teachers advise a group of eight to ten students for their entire Upper School career. 

Essential Functions:

• Instruction in Spanish language, literature, and culture
• Implementation of teaching strategies, activities and approaches to learning
• Assessment and evaluation of student progress
• Supervision of student behavior
• Development of a sense of partnership with and among students
• Exercise of good judgement and maturity
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
A B.A. or B.S. is required. Experience working with middle school or high school students is a significant advantage.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to learn and teach others – recognizes the importance of learning and motivates others by own enthusiasm.
• Technology – proficient with Office365 and related Microsoft applications.
• Time management – Manages many tasks and projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
• Organizational – creates action plans to meet divisional goals and objectives. Conducts periodic reviews of progress and measures against goals.
• Written and oral communication – effectively communicates respectfully, effectively, and in adherence to community guidelines.
• Problem solving skills – considers a broad range of internal and external factors when solving problems. Grasps complexities and perceives relationships among different problems or issues. 
• An appreciation of discovery, contribution, and excellence in an educational setting.
• Flexibility and patience.
• Effective teamwork, collaboration, and partnership.
• A commitment to the holistic development of adolescents.
• A sense of adventure. 

Compensation Range:

The compensation range for this position is $55,000-$75,000. GCS offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances, retirement plans, tuition benefits, and generous holidays and leave plans.

About Glenelg Country School

Glenelg Country School is an age 2 through grade 12 co-educational, non-sectarian, college preparatory school located on 90 acres in Howard County, Maryland. Glenelg Country School seeks to recruit and retain faculty and staff who not only exemplify the qualities described in the school’s mission, but also add to the intellectual, racial, cultural, and ethnic diversity of the school community. Faculty and staff are a vital and valued part of the GCS family. Our school provides the opportunity to work in a stimulating, inspiring and rewarding environment, and we are committed to providing a premier educational experience by bringing new ideas, opportunities, people, skills and experiences to our students. Glenelg Country School is an equal opportunity employer and employees enjoy excellent benefits that include health coverage, retirement packages, and study grants.

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