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Middle School Spanish Teacher
Bullis School
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Posted: 20-Jun-25
Location: Potomac, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Foreign Languages
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Bullis School seeks a Middle School Spanish Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community starting in the 2025-26 academic year. As a member of the Middle School team, candidates should be interested in teaching introductory Spanish courses and understand the culture associated with the Spanish language. This is a 10-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position reporting to the Head of Middle School. The assignment includes teaching five classes as well as leading co-curricular activities, including advising eight to twelve students. Additional opportunities to supervise after-school activities are based on need and interest.
The Bullis World Languages program emphasizes acquisition, teaching toward proficiency, and assessing performance using Integrated Performance Assessments (IPAs). Guided by the theory and principles of Comprehensible Input (CI), teachers build lessons that engage and challenge students as they grow toward an ability to function in the target language. Teachers employ their creativity to form interdisciplinary, cultural, and personal connections by incorporating a variety of media, such as novellas and blogs, in the target language. Bullis students have opportunities to learn Spanish beginning in Lower School and Chinese, French, and Latin beginning in Middle School.
The Bullis Middle School cultivates independence and leadership in a supportive academic environment. Teachers create the conditions for discovery both inside and outside of the classroom supporting and encouraging students to take risks, collaborate and explore. Middle School teachers are fully invested in all students' growth mindset by engaging in events, clubs, and other opportunities that go beyond the classroom. Successful Middle School teachers at Bullis are committed to ongoingprofessional development and a wide range of teaching approaches to reach a diverse student population. In line with the school’s culture of innovation and a student-centered approach, curriculum development, and lesson design are continuous endeavors and an opportunity to work in subject- and grade-aligned teams.
Bullis School is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school of 1,020 students in grades K-12 situated on 102 acres in Potomac, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C. Bullis is a community that welcomes new people and ideas, embraces diversity, and shares a common vision for creating a learning environment in which students thrive in their pursuit of self-discovery, broaden their horizons, and ultimately transform our world. We are proud of our culture of growth and innovation and support faculty with ample professional development opportunities that include a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion training and education. To learn more about teaching and learning at Bullis School please click here.
Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.
If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!
Qualities of a Bullis Middle School Teacher
An appreciation and respect for middle school-aged students as learners and people, through challenging and joyful moments alike
Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
An ability to create learning environments that encourage risk-taking and deep learning for students with a range of learning abilities using a variety of methods and technology
Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage numerous small and large tasks
Use of reflection and feedback aimed at continued growth in the field of teaching and working with young people
Development and delivery of highly engaging, innovative lessons in course-aligned teams
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish or related field
Minimum of two years prior teaching experience
Preferred
Master’s Degree in Spanish or related field
Direct experience with Spanish/Hispanic culture is highly desirable
Experience with Integrated Performance Assessments is highly desirable
Minimum ofthree years of teaching experience in middle or secondary education
Experience teaching in a technology-rich environment
Teaching certificates are not required
Search Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and an application through the Bullis Career site. The Search Committee will begin reviewing candidate materials upon receipt. We will keep applicants informed of their status throughout the process.
Bullis School is committed to staff diversity, equality, and continued professional growth. Bullis School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bullis School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Bullis School is an independent coeducational college preparatory day school for students in grades K-12 situated on a beautiful 102-acre campus in Potomac, MD, and is home to a full range of state-of-the-art facilities for learning, arts, discovery, and athletics.