As a Sacred Heart Educator, the Early Childhood and Lower School Spanish Teacher is responsible for delivering a developmentally appropriate, engaging, and culturally rich Spanish language program for young boys in PK3 through 4th grades. This teacher fosters early language acquisition through immersive, interactive, and play-based instruction which aligns with the Sacred Heart Goals and mission, with the ability to create a joyful, structured environment that builds confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish. This full-time role reports to the Lower School Division Head.
Our Regis Community
Founded in 1991, The Regis School of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic School where boys in grades 3 Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth grade become scholars and gentlemen in the Sacred Heart tradition. Regis holds membership with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, and is accredited through the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department.
As a Sacred Heart School our mission is rooted in the Five Goals of Sacred Heart Education:
Goal One: A Personal and Active Faith in God Goal Two: A Deep Respect for Intellectual Values
Goal Two: A Deep Respect for Intellectual Values
Goal Three: A Social Awareness that Impels to Action
Goal Four: The Building of Community as a Christian Value
Goal Five: Personal Growth in an Atmosphere of Wise Freedom
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
1. Instructional Planning & Delivery
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Develop and implement a comprehensive Spanish curriculum aligned with appropriate standards and language acquisition best practices.
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Use age-appropriate, multisensory, and immersive teaching strategies (songs, movement, storytelling, games, role-play).
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Emphasize oral communication, listening comprehension, vocabulary development, and early second-language literacy foundations.
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Integrate cultural awareness, traditions, and global perspectives into lessons.
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Differentiate instruction to meet varying readiness levels and learning styles.
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Incorporate technology and interactive tools to enhance engagement.
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Plan, organize, and facilitate developmentally appropriate, boy-centered instruction. Possess a love for teaching boys and utilize boy-friendly teaching pedagogy.
2. Early Childhood Language Development
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Utilize play-based and experiential learning strategies appropriate for PK3–Kindergarten students.
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Reinforce foundational language exposure through repetition, rhythm and music, active body engagement, and visual supports.
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Foster positive first experiences with foreign language learning.
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Encourage confidence in pronunciation and conversational participation.
3. Lower School Language Development
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Build progressively on vocabulary, sentence structure, and conversational skills.
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Introduce basic reading and writing skills in Spanish appropriate to grade level.
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Design assessments that evaluate comprehension, speaking ability, and written skills.
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Plan and implement curriculum that is vertically aligned throughout early childhood and lower school, and that prepares students for the rigors of middle school foreign language.
4. Classroom Environment & Student Management
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Create a structured, positive, and supportive classroom environment suited to boys’ developmental needs.
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Establish, model, and practice clear behavioral expectations and routines.
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Promote respect, responsibility, and cultural appreciation.
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Support social-emotional development through positive reinforcement and relationship-building.
5. Assessment & Reporting
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Administer formative and summative assessments aligned to curriculum goals.
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Maintain accurate records of student progress, including grades for report cards.
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Provide timely feedback to students and parents.
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Prepare written reports and report cards, and participate in parent-teacher conferences when requested.
6. Collaboration & Communication
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Collaborate with Early Childhood and Lower School faculty to integrate cross-curricular themes.
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Participate in division meetings, professional learning communities, and committees.
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Communicate regularly and professionally with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
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Support school events, cultural celebrations, and community activities, both during and outside the normal school day.
7. Professional Responsibilities
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Maintain current knowledge of best practices in second language acquisition and early childhood education.
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Engage in professional development and commit to consistent growth as an educator. Attend Sacred Heart conferences and ongoing formation to mission opportunities.
- Uphold the mission, values, and policies of the school.
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Perform other duties, including supervision of students, as assigned by the Division Head or Associate Head of School.
- Bachelor’s Degree (minimum)
- Degree in Education and/or Spanish language (preferred)
- Experience teaching in the PK-elementary school environment with a focus on boys’ education
- Experience with multiple classroom behavior management pedagogies and strategies
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Knowledge of and proficiency with utilizing technology
- Passionate about forming young boys' hearts and minds in the Catholic faith
- Strong organizational skills; self-motivated and responsible; strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Diplomatic, tactful, and possessing the ability to show grace under pressure
- Empathetic to the needs and differing dynamics of families who attend the school
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Strong interpersonal relationship-building skills; team-oriented
- Flexibility and “can do” attitude toward supporting colleagues as needed
- Reflective practitioner with a growth mindset
- References that speak to strengths
