Knoxville, Tennessee
Posted: 01-May-26
Location: Collierville, Tennessee
Type: Full Time
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Required Education:
St. George’s Independent School seeks a passionate, creative and hard-working individual who is energized by work with families to serve as Middle and Upper School Spanish Teacher, beginning August, 2026.
As an Episcopal school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, St. George’s prepares students for a life of learning and meaningful contribution in an inclusive learning community that nurtures outstanding academic achievement, relationships, leadership and character reinforced by Judeo-Christian values. We serve nearly 1,000 students from diverse religious, social, geographic, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds in a coeducational setting across multiple campuses.
In our recruitment practices, we strive to create a diverse school community whose members embrace our mission and educational philosophy. The ideal candidate is caring, collaborative, positive, inspirational and family-centered.
Type: Salary
Duration: Annual Letter of Agreement
Preferred Experience: Master’s degree in the teaching of Spanish as a second language is
preferred. Preference will also be given to candidates who have experience with basic levels of
French and/or Latin or to those with a background in serving students with learning differences.
The successful candidate will possess skills and experience that would include the ability to:
- help students gain fluency in Spanish with the ability to work with beginners to the language as well as those who are more advanced by using ACTFL Can-Do Statements and Proficiency Guidelines
- integrate engaging cultural and historical experiences within the study of the language
- work with other language colleagues to ensure a cohesive program that includes effective learning techniques, engaging and authentic projects, and field experiences which will combine to engender a passion for language learning
- work as part of a grade level team to plan and implement character development, leadership, and socio-emotional initiatives
- work with students in our advisory program to nurture students’ personal growth, learning, and achievement
- advise student organizations, coach sports, and/or chaperone outdoor education trips
- attend meetings and events that occur outside of school hours, both weekday and weekend
Physical Requirements: Regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear and interact with campus visitors as well as others who telephone. Must have the ability to understand and present materials and communicate with constituents and co-workers in a harmonious manner.
Interested candidates should complete an online application and upload a cover letter and resume using the link below.
