6th-7th Grade Spanish Teacher

Redwood Day

3245 Sheffield Avenue

Oakland, CA 94602

www.rdschool.org

Redwood Day is a vibrant K-8 school with students, faculty and staff all learning together on our four-acre campus in the heart of Oakland. Everything we do is designed to keep every child engaged and growing. Academically, that means a world-class curriculum, the best teachers, and a focus on the individual student. Socially and emotionally, we teach students to work through challenges, respect each other’s differences, and honor their diverse community. We find great strength in multiple perspectives and embrace every opportunity to weave diversity in thought and action into our social, emotional, and academic lives.

Job Description and Desired Qualifications

The 6th-7th Grade Spanish teacher will oversee the delivery of the Spanish curriculum and partner closely with the other Middle School Spanish teacher to further develop and curate a comprehensive, effective, and cohesive 6th-8th grade curriculum. The teaching load consists of four sections of Spanish class including advanced classes. This teacher will need to bring not only fluency and experience in teaching Spanish, but also, a strong and intuitive familiarity with, knowledge of, and appreciation for the cultural aspects of language instruction.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with Middle School students and appreciate the opportunity to work with this age-group that is experiencing lots of transitions in three short years. They will also be a strong collaborator with other teachers and community members, have a strong commitment to meeting the learning needs of each student, a teaching style that supports differentiated instruction, and an interest in building a community. As a teacher in the Middle School, this individual will also serve as an advisor, facilitate an enrichment activity, and participate in various student and community activities and professional development. Additional responsibilities include active involvement in collaborative teacher meetings, supervisory duties, and accompanying students on an annual outdoor education trip.

Schedule and Hours

This is a full time, exempt position and begins in August 2024..

Essential Requirements

●      B.A. in related field; Master’s degree preferred

●      Fluency in Spanish is required

●      Three to five years’ classroom teaching experience, especially at the middle school level

●      Natural rapport with children and strong classroom management skills

●      Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion

●      Culturally competent, responsive, and sensitive to diverse populations

●      Strong time management and organizational skills

Desired Qualifications

●      A growth mindset and flexibility to adapt

Pay Scale:

The anticipated annual salary range the school reasonably expects to pay candidates for the full-time position of 6th-7th Grade Spanish Teacher is between $71,227 - $108,627, depending on factors such as experience and education.

Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above job responsibilities are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities associated with the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state laws. Employment at Redwood Day is “at-will”. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Offers are contingent on passing a background check and TB assessment.

Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and Redwood Day Application Form electronically by June 17, 2024, to MSSpanishTeacher2024@rdschool.org, Attn: Karina Momary, Middle School Director.

Non-discrimination Policy:
Redwood Day School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, transitioned, transitioning or perceived to be transitioning), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy and breastfeeding, age, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, military and veteran status, and physical or mental disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. In addition, Redwood Day does not permit discrimination based on dressing consistently with one’s gender identity or gender expression, or preferred gender, name or pronoun usage.

Authorized Employment Status:

As required by federal law, all offers of employment are contingent on verification of an applicant or employee’s authorization for lawful employment in the United States at the start of their employment.  Please note, the School does not sponsor applicants for employment-related visas.