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Full Time Spanish Teacher

40 hours/week (Mon, Tue, Thur, and Fri) 7:00 am-4:00pm

$35 per hour

Health Care Stipend Assistance

Private School Location/Zip code: San Jose, CA 95128

Grade Levels: 3rd-8th ( small groups only )

Start Date: August 24, 2026

Company Overview
The IES Language Foundation is the largest provider of language education programs in the Bay Area, California, offering immersive In-Curriculum and After-School Programs nationwide. We partner with schools dedicated to promoting language and cultural understanding for learners of all ages, from K-12 to adults. Our mission is to connect communities through the power of language and culture, fostering meaningful learning experiences that inspire communication, creativity, and global awareness.

We are seeking a self-motivated, dependable, and highly organized while working in a fast pace, private school environment. We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Spanish Teacher for grades 3rd-8th to join our team, starting August 24, 2026. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire young learners through engaging language instruction while maintaining a vibrant classroom environment. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for teaching, strong communication skills, and experience working with children in diverse educational settings. This paid position is perfect for someone passionate about early childhood development, literacy education, and fostering a love for Spanish language and culture.

General Teaching Duties (One School/Small groups)

• Deliver an advanced, Before School Spanish class for Middle School and Upper Elementary students
• Deliver engaging Spanish lessons in 5th grade
• Deliver engaging Spanish lessons for Middle School students
• Deliver an after school class for 3rd-4th graders

Other Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans that incorporate age-appropriate activities, cultural elements, and language skills development
• Manage classroom behavior effectively to create a positive learning environment
• Collaborate with school staff to ensure continuity of instruction and student progress
• Utilize classroom management techniques suitable for early childhood education and elementary students
• Provide feedback on student performance and participate in any required assessments or meetings

Skills

• A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Education or related field preferred, but not required
• Strong curriculum development and lesson planning abilities tailored to K-8 learners preferred
• Proven experience teaching Spanish or other languages to children in diverse educational settings for at least 2 years
• Knowledge of early childhood education principles, childhood development, and literacy strategies
• Experience working with elementary AND middle school children
• Classroom management expertise to foster an inclusive, respectful atmosphere
• Excellent communication skills to engage students, parents, and colleagues effectively
• Ability to adapt teaching methods for private school environments or classrooms with varying needs
• Experience tutoring or working in childcare settings enhances instructional effectiveness

Join IES Language Foundation in making a meaningful impact on young learners’ educational journeys!

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)
• English (Required)

Work Location: In person