Middle School Spanish Teacher (Maternity Leave Replacement)

The Elisabeth Morrow School, a leader in education from early childhood through middle school, seeks a passionate, creative, and nurturing full-time, Spanish teacher to teach fifth through eighth grades as a maternity leave replacement from March 1st, 2025 through June 15th, 2025. This position will report to the head of middle school and work collaboratively with our world language department and colleagues. The successful candidate will have an in-depth knowledge of the Spanish language and be enthusiastic about sharing a love of the Spanish language and culture in and out of the classroom.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Create, plan, and execute lessons and activities that introduce students to the Spanish language and culture using the agreed-upon curriculum, content, and resources.
• Develop a positive and joyful classroom environment that engages and motivates students to achieve their potential.
• Foster relationships with students, faculty, and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues in various capacities, including planning, evaluating student growth, mentoring, and peer observations.
• Communicate with faculty, staff, students, and families in a considerate, compassionate, courteous, and cooperative manner.
• Embrace our core values and mission.
• Attend conferences and participate in other professional development to deliver best-in-class teaching to inspire developing minds.
• Be your best self daily from 7:45–3:45 p.m. and until 4:45 p.m. on Mondays for faculty meetings.
• Be available for a few curricular and community evening events.
• Assess and report on student development and academic progress.
• Prepare written reports twice a year and hold conferences, both formal and informal, with families.
• Meet the needs of our students outside of the school day schedule, including planning and supporting club activities and other extracurricular opportunities.

Essential Qualifications

• Be capable of facilitating differentiated lessons and provide an atmosphere in which children feel safe, engaged, supported, and challenged.
• Possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Incentives

We aren’t just a school; we are a community. Feeling supported in your professional development and growth is one of the greatest benefits we offer our full time employees. Of course, we provide traditional benefits, too:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Tuition Remission for Employee’s Children (EMS’ School and/or Camps)
• Generous Vacation Policy

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter to jsilverstein@elisabethmorrow.org. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Who We Are

At The Elisabeth Morrow School, located 10 minutes from the George Washington Bridge in Englewood, N.J., children’s natural curiosity grows into a lifelong love of learning. Our exemplary curriculum features innovative programming in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics (STEAM), a nationally renowned instrumental music program, social-emotional learning, and community-wide core values.

Proud to be one of the most diverse independent schools in the country, we seek qualified candidates who will add to this legacy. We are committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees.

The Elisabeth Morrow School is a member of the Independent School Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY), the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS), and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). For more information, visit elisabethmorrow.org.

About The Elisabeth Morrow School

The Elisabeth Morrow School’s shared purpose is to provide exemplary academics and character development in a diverse and inclusive child-centered community, inspiring students to become curious scholars, ethical leaders, and global citizens.

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