Spanish Teacher - Middle School

Job Description

Spanish Teacher - Grades 7-8

Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School (LVA) is seeking a dynamic and engaging Spanish Teacher for students in Grades 7-8. The successful candidate will create an inclusive, student-centered learning environment that builds language proficiency, cultural understanding, confidence, and curiosity.

As an International Baccalaureate World School, LVA values inquiry, global perspectives, meaningful communication, and connections across subject areas. The Spanish Teacher will develop learning experiences aligned with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework and LVA's curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Spanish instruction for students in Grades 7-8.
  
• Develop students' skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
  
• Create opportunities for students to use Spanish in meaningful, real-world contexts.
  
• Incorporate the cultures, traditions, and perspectives of Spanish-speaking communities into instruction.
  
• Design inquiry-based lessons and assessments aligned with the IB MYP framework.
  
• Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of language proficiency and learning needs.
  
• Establish a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
  
• Use assessment data and student work to guide instruction and provide meaningful feedback.
  
• Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and student success.
  
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
  
• Participate in professional development, collaborative planning, school events, and other responsibilities associated with the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
  
• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification in Spanish, or eligibility to obtain appropriate certification.
  
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken Spanish.
  
• Knowledge of effective middle school instructional practices and classroom management.
  
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
  
• Commitment to supporting a diverse student population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching Spanish at the middle school level.
  
• Familiarity with inquiry-based instruction, interdisciplinary learning, and standards-based assessment.
  
• Experience differentiating instruction for multilingual learners and students with diverse learning needs.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range is $58,000-$60,750, based on qualifications and experience. LVA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, paid time off, employer-paid life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities.