National Cathedral School seeks an energetic and engaging Upper School Spanish teacher who believes in the power of young women and is dedicated to nurturing their curiosity and potential. This part-time sabbatical position will be responsible for teaching three Spanish classes during the Spring Semester which begins January 12, 2026 and ends June 5, 2026. 

The ideal candidate:

• Demonstrates pedagogical skill with the ability to differentiate to meet the needs of a variety of learners.
• Exhibits content specific knowledge in Spanish especially for learners transitioning into more complex interactions with Spanish language and cultures of the language users. 
• Uses a variety of approaches to deliver instruction and ensure student mastery.
• Enjoys being an active member of the school community that extends beyond the classroom.
• Has relevant teaching experience or a degree in education.
• Displays strong classroom management skills.
• Understands and appreciates working with students of this age by providing a safe nurturing environment in which students can thrive.
• Possesses at least a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching a part-time load of 3 sections.
• Participating and collaborating within the full department to ensure excellent scope and sequence.
• Communicating with colleagues, students and parents on a regular basis.

Teachers are on campus from 7:45am to approximately 4pm.  Additional responsibilities include participating in department, division and faculty meetings, holding regular office hours,  as well as attending chapel, cathedral services, and assemblies.

About National Cathedral School

The National Cathedral School is grounded in the Episcopal promise to honor the dignity of every human being. We believe a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community fosters intellectual excellence and empathy needed to amplify the collective power of young women to enrich and improve a dynamic world. We therefore seek candidates who will embrace diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to ensure a strongly connected and engaged community in and outside of the classroom. National Cathedral School serves 587 students in grades 4 through 12. Faculty and staff are curious, intellectually flexible, and collaborative, and they view education as an engaging vocation. Our students are engaged, fun, and kind, and they love to be challenged and viewed as confident individuals. Faculty and staff maintain a lively conversation about the meaning of an excellent education, an interest in pedagogy, and innovative uses of technology. As an Episcopal school, NCS welcomes people of all backgrounds and faiths while maintaining a close identity with Washington National Cathedral's commitment to being a house of prayer for all people.

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