Washington, D.C.
Rockville, Maryland
Posted: 20-Nov-23
Location: Potomac, Maryland
Type: Full Time
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Bullis School seeks an Upper School Spanish Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community starting in January 2024. Candidates should understand the culture associated with the Spanish language and be capable of teaching language to a range of learners in grades 9-10 with a specific focus on the development and implementation of an engaging curriculum. This is a temporary, full-time benefit eligible position with the opportunity for permanent placement in the 2024-2025 academic year. The position reports to the Chair of the World Language Department.
The Bullis Upper School World Languages program emphasizes acquisition, teaching toward proficiency, and assessing performance using Integrated Performance Assessments (IPAs). Guided by the theory and principles of Comprehensible Input (CI), teachers build lessons that engage and challenge students as they grow toward an ability to function in the target language. Teachers employ their creativity to form interdisciplinary, cultural, and personal connections by incorporating a variety of media, such as novellas and blogs, in the target language.
Bullis School is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school of 1,020 students in grades K-12 situated on 102 acres in Potomac, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C.. Bullis is a community that welcomes new people and ideas, embraces diversity, and shares a common vision for creating a learning environment in which students thrive in their pursuit of self-discovery, broaden their horizons, and ultimately transform our world. We are proud of our culture of growth and innovation, and support faculty with ample professional development opportunities that include a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion training and education. To learn more about teaching and learning at Bullis School please click here.
Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.
If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!
Qualities of a Bullis Upper School Teacher
- An appreciation and respect for high school-aged students as learners and people, through challenging and joyful moments alike
- Use of reflection and feedback aimed at continued growth in the field of teaching and working with young people
- Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
- Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
- Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks and demands on attention
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish, education or relevant field (required)
- Master’s Degree in Spanish, education or relevant field (preferred)
- Minimum of two years of teaching experience in secondary education (preferred)
- Experience with Integrated Performance Assessments is highly desirable
- Teaching certificates are not required
Search Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and current resume along with an application through the Bullis Career site. The Search Committee will begin reviewing candidate materials immediately. Applications will be considered until the position has been filled.
Bullis School is committed to staff diversity, equality, and continued professional growth. Bullis School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bullis School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
