Spanish Teacher- High School

Job Description

Full-Time Spanish Teacher

Bishop England High School | Charleston, South Carolina

Bishop England High School is seeking a full-time Spanish teacher to join our World Languages Department. As a Catholic, college-preparatory school, Bishop England is committed to educating the whole student through academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of character and service.

We are looking for a nurturing, enthusiastic, and student-centered educator who is passionate about teaching Spanish and building meaningful relationships with students. The ideal candidate will create a positive and engaging classroom environment where students feel supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow both academically and personally.

Responsibilities

The Spanish teacher will:

Teach Spanish courses at the high school level and provide engaging, appropriately challenging instruction.

Develop and implement lessons that promote communication in Spanish and meaningful cultural understanding.

Create a welcoming, well-organized classroom environment that supports student learning and encourages active participation.

Build positive relationships with students and foster a classroom culture grounded in respect, encouragement, and high expectations.

Assess student learning through a variety of formative and summative assessments and provide meaningful feedback.

Adapt instruction and provide appropriate support to meet the needs of individual learners.

Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and school administration.

Collaborate with members of the World Languages Department and participate in professional learning and school-wide initiatives.

Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.

Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and other school activities.

Serve as a positive role model for students and contribute to the overall life and community of the school.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field, or a teaching degree/certification with appropriate Spanish language proficiency.

Prior teaching experience or preparation through a teacher education program.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.

Ability to establish positive relationships with students and create a supportive, structured learning environment.

Preferred:

Experience with ACTFL proficiency-based language instruction and/or familiarity with ACTFL World-Readiness Standards.

Experience teaching Spanish at the secondary level.

Experience with Honors and/or Advanced Placement Spanish.

Familiarity with proficiency-based assessment and communicative language teaching.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a nurturing and relationship-oriented educator who:

Enjoys working with adolescents and takes an active interest in their academic and personal growth.

Brings enthusiasm, energy, and creativity to the Spanish classroom.

Holds students to high expectations while providing the encouragement and support they need to meet them.

Values collaboration and is willing to contribute to the life of the department and school community.

Is committed to continuous professional growth and effective, student-centered language instruction.

Understands the unique role of a Catholic school in educating the whole person and is supportive of Bishop England's mission.

Position

Position: Full-Time Spanish Teacher School: Bishop England High School Location: Charleston, South Carolina Employment: Full-Time

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume/CV and 4 professional references for consideration to apply@charlestondiocese.org

Bishop England High School is committed to providing a supportive, challenging, and faith-filled educational environment in which students are encouraged to develop their God-given talents and become compassionate, responsible members of their communities.

Work Authorization:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The Diocese of Charleston does not provide visa sponsorship. Successful candidates will be required to complete Form I-9 and present acceptable documentation verifying identity and employment authorization.

About the Employer

The Chancery exists to serve the mission of the Bishop of Charleston to teach, sanctify, and govern the Catholic Church in South Carolina. Led by the Bishop, the Chancery supports the clergy, religious, and lay faithful in fulfilling the Great Commission given to us by the Lord Jesus (Mt 28:16-20).