Lower School Spanish Teacher
Inly School, Scituate, MA
Inly School seeks a compassionate and engaging Spanish Teacher to join our community starting August 2026. The Lower School Spanish Teacher will teach students from Toddler through Third Grade, fostering language acquisition in an engaging, hands-on manner. This part time role will not only provide a vibrant learning experience but will also immerse students in the joy and depth of Spanish language and culture.
Inly School is an independent PreK–8 Montessori-plus School located in Scituate, MA that serves over 200 students from 20 South Shore towns and is deeply rooted in Montessori, child-centered, and inclusive educational practices. At Inly, our Montessori+ practices foster an inclusive community of learners who explore and shape themselves and the world with joyful curiosity, courage, and compassion. We commit to anti-racist and anti-bias teaching, and we actively seek faculty who share our dedication to collaboration, respect, empathy, and the holistic development of each child.
Position Structure
This is a part-time Spanish teaching position serving students from Toddler (18 months) through Lower Elementary (9 years old). The Spanish Teacher is responsible for cultivating early language exposure through immersive, developmentally responsive instruction that builds joy, confidence, and cultural awareness, laying a strong foundation for future language study.
Key Responsibilities
Spanish instruction in the lower grades emphasizes exposure, immersion, and relationship-building. Learning is rooted in play, movement, music, storytelling, and everyday language use, supporting natural language acquisition and fostering a positive, inclusive relationship with Spanish and global cultures.
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- Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate Spanish experiences for Toddler through Lower Elementary students that prioritize listening and speaking skills.
- Create an immersive Spanish language environment through songs, movement, games, storytelling, and visual support.
- Support students in developing comfort with pronunciation, rhythm, and basic conversational language through repetition and meaningful routines.
- Integrate Spanish learning into classroom rhythms and schoolwide experiences in collaboration with classroom teachers and specialists.
- Foster cultural awareness and curiosity through age-appropriate exploration of Spanish speaking cultures.
- Support students’ social-emotional development in alignment with Montessori values, emphasizing independence, respect, empathy, and community.
- Maintain clear, developmentally appropriate documentation of instructional themes and student engagement.
Strong Candidates Will Have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree (in Spanish, Education, or a related field); Master’s preferred.
- At least three years of teaching experience, ideally with diverse age groups and/or in a Montessori setting.
- Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish and English.
- A collaborative spirit and a desire to contribute to Inly’s progressive, inclusive environment.
- A commitment to anti-bias education and the creation of a welcoming, inclusive classroom community.
- An understanding of, or willingness to learn, Montessori philosophy and methods.
Working Expectations:
Your role is essential in nurturing and developing young minds. Our expectations for this dynamic position include:
- Stationary and Active Balance: This role requires a balance between remaining stationary and actively engaging within the school environment. Your presence and participation are vital in both settings.
- Mobility and Resource Utilization: Our campus is a sprawling campus 13 acres with multiple buildings. The ability to move about the school is necessary for accessing and utilizing various resources, which are integral to our operation.
- Clear and Effective Communication: As a pivotal member of our team, your ability to communicate information and ideas clearly is essential. This ensures a robust and understanding network among staff, students, and parents.
- Physical Involvement: The role regularly involves lifting items, including children, weighing up to 30 pounds. This aspect of the job is crucial for supporting the physical care and educational activities of our students.
- Outdoor Activities Engagement: Our curriculum incorporates daily outdoor activities, requiring you to work in various weather conditions. This aspect of the role is instrumental in promoting outdoor learning and appreciation among our students.
- Inclusivity and Support: We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment. If requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
- Adaptability and Role Evolution: As our school grows and evolves, so may your role. Our supervisors are always looking to enhance our team’s skills and may revise or add duties to reflect these changes. Flexibility and a willingness to adapt are appreciated as we all strive towards our common goal of exceptional education and care
Benefits:
Benefits are provided in accordance with Inly School policies for full-time faculty positions.
A Note to Potential Candidates:
Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary folks and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.
To apply for this position, please email your resumé and cover letter to: employment@inlyschool.org.
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