Middle and High School Spanish Teacher

Company Description

Tampa Preparatory School is a premier private school serving students in grades 6 through 12 in the Tampa Bay area. Recognized as an Apple Distinguished School, Tampa Prep integrates innovative teaching practices and cutting-edge technology, such as iPads, Active Learning Environments, and STEM makerspaces, to enhance students' learning experiences. The school’s programs are designed based on research into teenage brain development, retention, and well-being, including an emphasis on ensuring students get adequate sleep with later class start times. Faculty at Tampa Prep are dedicated to fostering both academic excellence and the social-emotional growth of their students, providing individualized attention and mentorship that extends beyond traditional classroom instruction.

Role Description

We are seeking a full-time, middle and upper school Spanish instructor to join Tampa Prep’s faculty at the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year. Ideal candidates would be able to teach multiple levels of Spanish, possess middle school experience, have knowledge of and proficiency with Acquisition Driven Instruction as a pedagogical strategy, be dedicated to target-language immersion, be interested in the social and developmental needs of middle and high school students, demonstrate facility with an iPad, and be willing to contribute to extracurricular activities as aligned with interests.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Spanish teaching and a strong understanding of language instruction
• Experience with lesson planning and curriculum development
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and other facets of school life
• Demonstrated skills in teaching and education methodologies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and inspire middle and high school students
• Ability to create inclusive and culturally responsive learning environments
• Proven ability to foster a supportive and challenging academic atmosphere
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Spanish, or a related field
• Previous experience teaching Spanish at the middle or high school level is a plus