Lower School Spanish Teacher- Maternity Leave Coverage (Boston, MA)
Founded in 1886, The Winsor School is an independent girls’ school for academically promising and motivated students in grades five through twelve. Located in the heart of Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Research area, our students benefit from the school's longstanding commitment to providing a superior education for girls, inspirational and dedicated faculty, and diverse and talented community. Winsor strives to consciously create an environment of respect and inclusion and to support ethnic, racial, religious and socio-economic diversity among all the constituencies of the school. Winsor supports this commitment through its inclusive curriculum, success addressing a range of learning styles, availability of a wide array of diversity efforts and programs, and participating in the greater Boston community.
Lower School Spanish Teacher- Maternity Leave Coverage
Position Overview
We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and dedicated Spanish teacher to join our Lower School faculty for a ¾-time maternity leave replacement (approximately October 2026-March 2027). The successful candidate will teach Spanish to students in grades 6, 7 and 8, bringing creativity, warmth, and a genuine love of language to the classroom.
A dedication to community and inclusion work, an understanding of the importance of teacher engagement in community life, and an interest in using a variety of pedagogical approaches in the classroom are essential. Compelling candidates will demonstrate ongoing professional development in their field and the ability to use technology effectively in the teaching and learning process.
Key Responsibilities
• Teach Spanish to 6th, 7th and 8th grade students using engaging, age-appropriate pedagogical approaches
• Collaborate with Lower School colleagues to support student learning and community life
• Integrate technology thoughtfully and effectively into instruction
• Contribute to the school's vibrant community through active participation in school events and initiatives
• Foster an inclusive, supportive classroom environment where all students feel seen and valued
Qualifications Required
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish; strong fluency in English
• Bachelor's degree in World Languages, Education, or a related field
• 2–3 years of classroom teaching experience at the middle school level
• Demonstrated ability to employ varied, developmentally appropriate teaching strategies
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community engagement
Preferred
• Master's degree in Education, World Languages, or a related field
• Experience teaching in a collaborative, mission-driven independent school environment
• Familiarity with current best practices in world language acquisition and pedagogy
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A dedication to community and inclusion work, an understanding of the importance of teacher engagement in community life, and an interest in using a variety of pedagogical approaches in the classroom are essential. Compelling candidates will demonstrate ongoing professional development in their field and the ability to use technology effectively in the teaching and learning process.
If you are interested in applying for this position, visit https://www.winsor.edu/about/careers-at-winsor/ and submit an application for employment.
Benefits included as of start date: medical, dental, vision and 403 b retirement plan. Salaries are based on a step scale of $ 27,000- $53,625.The Winsor School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic testing, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis protected.
Department: Academic
This is a non-management position
This is a contract position