Job Description
Job Description
Spanish Teacher
Full Time
Kennebunk, ME, US
Salary Range:
$57,392.00 To $109,152.00 Annually
Classroom Spanish Teacher - Kennebunk High School
Salary Range: $57,392 - $109,152 annually as per the KAKEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, Appendix I Salary Scale (2026-2027)
The mission of Kennebunk High School is to "Develop productive global citizens," and we work collectively to live that mission every single day in everything we do. KHS is an exceptionally well-resourced and brave learning community unafraid to look carefully and adjust our practices to best meet the needs of every student we are honored to serve.
We are seeking a dedicated, student-centered, and empathetic Spanish Teacher to join our strong World Language team. The ideal candidate will be ready to help the students we are privileged to serve achieve great things.
As a Classroom Teacher, you will:
Plan instruction using approved curriculum, high-impact instructional strategies, subject matter expertise, and up-to-date data to meet the needs of all students.
Establish expectations, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, safe, positive, student-centered environment that maximizes opportunities for student learning.
Engage students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual learning goals and needs.
Set ambitious goals; gather, analyze, and use relevant data to measure student progress, guide instructional planning and delivery, and provide timely feedback to students, parents, and stakeholders.
Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to overall district effectiveness.
Engage in professional reflection and growth that results in improved instructional practice and student learning.
Serve as a leader in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the district, school, classroom, and curriculum levels.
View leadership, professionalism, and effective communication as vital components of classroom teaching.
Job Requirements
At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree required.
Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
Knowledge of and experience implementing ACTFL standards.
Appropriate Maine DOE certification (or ability to be certified).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching IB or advanced Spanish language courses.
Master's degree.
Anticipated Class Load
Spanish 2 College Prep
Spanish 3 Honors
IB Spanish Standard Level 1
Reasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law.
Terms of Employment: Regular school year for professional staff. Salary determined by applicable collective bargaining agreement and Board policy.
Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated by the building administrator or team leader in accordance with Board policy on evaluation of support services personnel.
Apply via our application portal
•Internal Applicants: Submit a Letter of Interest (upload it where the resume is requested). No resume or letters of reference are required.
•External Applicants: Submit a current resume/CV and three letters of reference.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Welcome to ATX Learning
RSU 21 encompasses the schools of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel. Situated on the Atlantic coastline 30 minutes south of Portland and 1.5 hours north of Boston, MA, our students enjoy living in one of New England's most beautiful and accessible locales. Approximately 2,600 students attend our six schools, where they are prepared for meaningful citizenship through a wide variety of academic and co-curricular programming. For further information on our school district, please check out our website: www.rsu21.net