Upper School Spanish Teacher Job at Holton-Arms School
The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the "education not only of the mind but of the soul and spirit." Founded in 1901 by two visionary women, Holton-Arms continues to cultivate a diverse, inclusive and equitable school community, to tend to the health and wellbeing of its members, and to build a global curriculum that responds to the learners in our classrooms and the world. In this vibrant community committed to academic excellence, our students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from mistakes, pursue leadership opportunities, and build lifelong friendships. Caring, dedicated faculty and staff inspire our six hundred fifty-seven girls and young women in grades 3-12 to realize the School's motto, “I will find a way or make one.” We seek applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests who share a dedication and commitment to helping girls learn, grow and make their way in the world.
Holton Arms School seeks an
Upper School Spanish Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. Beyond the classroom, expectations include fulfilling assigned duties as required; communicating effectively with students and parents; and working collaboratively with other World Languages teachers in the department and division colleagues and administrators. Teachers serve as advisors, mentors, and role models responsible for preserving a positive learning environment and the well-being of all of our students, committing to academic excellence, and supporting our Global Education and Diversity institutional priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful applicant will have demonstrated the following experience and abilities:
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or Spanish, with a graduate degree preferred
- Experience teaching at the upper school level, preferably at an all-girls school.
- Understanding or growing knowledge of competency-based teaching and learning
- Experience embedding Social and Emotional Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, and Global Competencies into their curriculum
- Global travel experience is preferred
- Understands language learning as an integral component of global competence
- Believes language learning is something everyone can do
- Commitment to continued professional learning
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members with a continuous focus on healthy relationship building.
- Commitment to a lifetime of learning, personal and professional integrity, and the capacity to serve as a model of openness, generosity, and acceptance.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Holton-Arms cherishes the uniqueness of each of our members including current and former students, faculty, and staff. We seek to create an inclusive environment that sees, values, and supports diverse identities and experiences, cultivates engaging discourse, and empowers our students to be thriving members of the global community.
At Holton-Arms, each of us is responsible for fostering an equitable, respectful, and just community. We are committed to:
- Discovering, developing, and valuing our full authentic selves.
- Deepening awareness of personal and systemic biases and being accountable for the impact of our words and actions.
- Developing an understanding of the historical origins and perpetuation of systems of power and privilege.
- Engaging in open and brave conversations that promote growth, understanding, connection, and agency.
- Embracing every individual as essential to the community.
In order to be considered for this position, we ask candidates to submit a cover letter, a resume, a statement of educational philosophy, and the names of three references.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary.
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