Spanish Teacher

Role summary

The role is a full-time Spanish teaching position at an EK-8 school in Cleveland. The teacher will deliver Spanish lessons, adapt instruction to meet student needs, maintain student progress records, and foster a positive classroom environment that supports academic and social-emotional development.

The work

• Prepare and deliver Spanish lesson plans, modifying them as needed during the school year
• Differentiate instruction to meet the learning needs of all students
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and development
• Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction
• Manage student behaviour and implement school-wide culture expectations and norms

Requirements

• Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in Spanish
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
• High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment with frequent observations, debriefs and progress monitoring
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working within an urban environment

Pay and benefits

• Salary range $41,000–$50,500 per year; starting pay varies by geography, skills, education, experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off, and retirement contributions
• Optional and voluntary life insurance options, plus voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
• Career advancement opportunities throughout ACCEL Schools

About the school

ACCEL Schools is a network of over 80 public charter schools serving PK-12 students across the United States since 2014. The schools work to address educational inequities and provide education options to students in historically under-resourced communities. Lincoln Park Academy, located in Cleveland, Ohio, serves EK-8 students and emphasizes Character Education, Social-Emotional Learning and Technology-Enhanced Classrooms.

Who this role suits

The role suits teachers who are fluent Spanish speakers with an active Ohio teaching license and a bachelor's degree in education or a related field. It is suitable for candidates who thrive in urban school environments and value frequent coaching and progress monitoring. Teachers should have experience managing diverse student needs and communicating effectively with colleagues and families.

Questions to ask the school

• What grades and age groups will the Spanish teacher primarily work with?
• Will the teacher work with students across all EK-8 grades or in a specific section?
• Does the school sponsor visa sponsorship or work authorization for candidates from outside the United States?
• Does the school offer any bilingual or dual-language programme support or stipends?
• What is the start date for this position?