Western Reserve Academy, one of the nation’s premier boarding schools, invites experienced, dynamic, and collaborative educators who are passionate about teaching Spanish.  We are looking for a highly motivated and qualified Substitute Spanish Teacher to cover a maternity leave at the start of the 2025-26 school year. The position will begin in mid-August and run through late October 2025. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching Spanish to students of all ages and be able to create a positive and engaging learning environment. Candidates should have the ability to inspire students and colleagues and the willingness to participate fully in all that is associated with a vibrant boarding school community. 

WRA strives to find the right balance of duties and responsibilities for each faculty member. Typical expectations include:    

• Teach multiple Spanish courses, levels to be determined by individual strengths and the needs of the department.
• Participate in the student life program, including dormitory duty.
• Outside of the classroom, teachers will supervise co-curricular activities (e.g. varsity or sub-varsity teams, community service activities, clubs, publications, etc.).
• Serve as an academic advisor for a small group of students.
• Attend school and faculty gatherings.
• Serve on appropriate task forces.

The ideal candidate possesses most or all of the following qualifications:  

• Minimum of five years of experience teaching High School Spanish.
• Master’s degree in Spanish or a closely related field.
• Academic preparation to teach all levels of Spanish.
• Enthusiasm to engage and lead teen learners in and out of the classroom.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with a team and independently.
• High degree of cultural competence and demonstrated experience working with culturally diverse populations.
• Willingness to develop connections and collaborate with other WRA academic departments, university language departments and/or industry leaders.
• Motivation to seek and provide cultural activities in and out of the classroom.
• Proficiency in using technology to enhance learning in the classroom.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in language and/or education.
• Training and competence in working with learners with diverse styles and needs.