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Teacher of Spanish (Full Time)

ST. AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Office of Academics 

Title: Teacher of Spanish (World Languages)


Requirements/Minimum Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in the subject area of Spanish.
  • A Master’s degree in the subject area of Spanish or Education desirable.
  • NJ Teacher Certification and/or prior secondary school teaching experience desirable.
  • Possess excellent knowledge and understanding of a broad base of language skills and content, especially Advanced Placement levels.
  • Develops students' fluency in Spanish through engaging instruction that integrates vocabulary, grammar, conversation, storytelling, and culture.
  • Delivers high-quality, interactive instruction in a supportive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment that encourages active participation, collaboration, and real-world language application.
  • Demonstrates effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; understands the developmental needs of adolescent learners; and exhibits flexibility, enthusiasm, and a passion for language acquisition and cultural education.
  • Is willing to be involved with students in an extracurricular capacity such as coach/club moderator.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in relevant computer and software applications.
  • Demonstrates the ability to confer with parents and students in a cooperative effort to understand the student and to encourage progress.


Functions of the Job: 

  • Understand the mission of the school and promote the Augustinian values of VERITAS (Truth), UNITAS (Unity), and CARITAS (Love)  
  • Displays the highest level of ethical and professional behavior and standards.
  • Support for the school’s Inclusion Initiative.
  • Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures and facilitate active learning.
  • Encourage the development of problem-solving, logical reasoning, and critical and flexible thinking skills.
  • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
  • Incorporate a variety of strategies to teach, assess, and promote effective learning
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work.
  • Observe, encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
  • Participate in department, division, school, and parent meetings.
  • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
  • Interact with students in an extracurricular capacity such as coach/club moderator.
  • Be flexible and energetic.


Please electronically submit the following to Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, Human Resources Director, at (davis.elizabeth@hermits.com):

  • A cover letter indicating interest and detailing qualifications for the position
  • A brief personal statement that includes a vision statement for the position
  • A current resume