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Thayer Academy’s Upper School seeks a student-focused collaborator to teach in its Upper School World Language Department, beginning in late March 2023 and ending in June 2023. This full-time position includes instructing four Spanish classes (Levels II and III) and participating in the life of the school with students through coaching and/or supervising student activities.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Teach four sections of Spanish (II, III, and III-Honors) in the World Language department, which focuses its curriculum on developing strong listeners, speakers, readers, and writers in the target language
• Contribute to the school community as an athletic coach in the spring season and/or leader of student activities (if possible)
• Apply inclusive classroom practices that value the humanity of all students
• Participate in professional growth opportunities

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Spanish or related field
• 3-5 years teaching experience at the high school level
• Knowledge of Comprehensible Input teaching method preferred
• Passion for working with adolescents
• Commitment to working in and fostering an inclusive community
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in the classroom, in curriculum, and in relationships with members of the school community
• High level of comfort and experience with technology in a educational setting
• Willingness to work on a team in a collaborative department
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, their families, and colleagues
• Application Information
• Thayer encourages applications from candidates who support the Academy’s commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.