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York Preparatory School is a New York City independent school committed to creating a nurturing environment that challenges and supports each student in a diverse and inclusive setting. Compassionate and accessible educators guide our students through a traditional and rigorous curriculum while employing a range of innovative techniques to cultivate each individual student’s skills, abilities, and interests. York strives to educate the whole child, meeting each student where they are, and supporting them as they grow into lifelong learners and responsible citizens.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced High School Spanish Teacher to join our fantastic team.
About the Role:
York Prep School is seeking a High School Spanish Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year. You will be responsible for teaching up to four sections of Spanish in grades 9–12 and taking on faculty duties as assigned. In this role, you will design engaging lessons that balance grammar, vocabulary, speaking practice, and cultural studies, while incorporating themes of social justice and identity. You will report to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Humanities and collaborate with the Department Chair to ensure high-quality instruction. Beyond the classroom, you will contribute to student life by advising, coaching, or leading a club, helping to create a vibrant and inclusive school community.
This is a permanent, full-time role. The expected start date is 1st September 2026 (with an expectation to attend orientation during the last week of August).
You are fluent in written and spoken Spanish, ideally as a native speaker, and passionate about working with high school students. You bring strong classroom management skills and experience with current world language methodologies, including Comprehensible Input and the SOMOS curriculum. You know how to differentiate instruction for diverse learners and use technology and data to inform teaching. You value collaboration, effective communication, and culturally responsive pedagogy. A bachelor’s degree in Spanish or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
Complete this application before the closing date: Sunday 5th April 2026.