Spanish Teacher

Spanish Teacher – Part-Time **Athens Montessori School | Athens, Georgia** Position Overview Athens Montessori School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Spanish Teacher to work with Primary, Elementary, and Middle School students in a Montessori environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of the Spanish language and a passion for helping children develop language skills through engaging, interactive, and age-appropriate instruction. The Spanish Teacher will be responsible for developing, providing, and implementing their own curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of students across multiple age groups. Lessons should encourage language acquisition through conversation, songs, games, storytelling, cultural activities, and other hands-on learning experiences that support the Montessori philosophy. Responsibilities * Develop and implement a Spanish curriculum appropriate for Primary, Elementary, and Middle School students. * Plan engaging lessons that support students' language development, listening comprehension, speaking, vocabulary, and cultural awareness. * Adapt lessons and teaching strategies to meet the needs of students at different developmental levels. * Incorporate interactive activities, music, storytelling, games, and cultural experiences into instruction. * Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. * Collaborate with classroom teachers and school administration to support student learning and coordinate scheduling. * Maintain appropriate classroom management and communicate any student concerns to the appropriate staff. * Prepare and organize instructional materials and resources needed for lessons. * Monitor student participation and progress and provide feedback as appropriate. * Uphold the school's Montessori philosophy and professional expectations. Qualifications * Fluency in Spanish; native or near-native proficiency preferred. * Previous experience teaching Spanish to children across multiple age groups preferred. * Experience developing and implementing a language curriculum. * Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate teaching practices. * Ability to engage students through creative, interactive, and hands-on instruction. * Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills. * A collaborative, flexible, and positive approach to working with students and staff. Position Details * **Job Type:** Part-time * **Location:** Athens Montessori School, Athens, Georgia * **Curriculum:** Teacher is responsible for developing and providing their own curriculum and instructional materials. * **Schedule:** Part-time schedule coordinated with the school Director. * **Compensation:** Based on experience and qualifications. Candidates should be prepared to discuss their availability and scheduling needs during the interview process. About Athens Montessori School Athens Montessori School is an independent Montessori school serving children from Primary through Middle School. We are committed to fostering independence, curiosity, respect, and a lifelong love of learning within a supportive educational community. We welcome candidates who are passionate about language education and excited to help students explore the Spanish language and Spanish-speaking cultures. - Must successfully complete all required background checks and meet applicable employment requirements before beginning work. Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $25.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 15.0 per week Work Location: In person