DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
Position Middle School Spanish Teacher
Department Middle School
Available August 2026
Detroit Country Day School is a private, independent, co-educational, non-denominational, preschool through grade 12, college preparatory school focused on a well-rounded liberal arts education. Emphasis on academics, arts, athletics, and character development is prevalent across the curriculum. DCDS believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are educational imperatives for the intellectual, social, and moral growth of every child. We honor the dignity of every human being and value differences that exist and are expressed throughout our vibrant school.
Position Summary
Detroit Country Day Middle School is seeking a dynamic and passionate Middle School Spanish Teacher to join our faculty. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to fostering a love for language learning while building students’ proficiency in Spanish through engaging and interactive lessons. This position requires a strong commitment to student success, collaboration with colleagues, and a deep understanding of middle school learners in a private school setting.
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
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Plan and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons aligned with ACTFL proficiency standards.
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Teach Spanish language and culture with an emphasis on communication, grammar, and vocabulary development.
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Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, including storytelling, CI, music, technology, and authentic resources.
Assessment & Feedback:
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Design and administer formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress.
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Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support language acquisition.
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Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate progress to parents and administration.
Classroom Management & Student Engagement:
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Create a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment.
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Establish clear expectations and routines to promote student responsibility and engagement.
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Encourage active participation in class discussions and language practice.
Collaboration & Professional Development:
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Work collaboratively with colleagues and the department chair to develop interdisciplinary projects and align curriculum.
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Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events.
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Stay current with best practices in world language instruction and middle school pedagogy.
School Community & Additional Duties:
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Serve on grade team
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After the first year, serve as an advisor to a small group of students, fostering their academic and personal growth.
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Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and classroom updates.
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Support extracurricular activities, such as language clubs or cultural events, as needed.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and/or Education
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Master’s degree preferred
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State teaching certification
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5+ years of teaching experience
Demonstrated ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish at an advanced level
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Experience working, studying, or collaborating across cultures, especially within Spanish-speaking environments
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Strong writing skills
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Knowledge of middle school developmental needs
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Appropriate language acquisition strategies for middle school students
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Ability to integrate technology into instruction and effectively use our learning management system
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Strong classroom management and communication skills
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Passion for teaching and fostering a love of language and culture in students
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Preference to candidates with coaching experience or expressed willingness to coach or direct activities
Applying for the position
Interested candidates should submit letter of interest, resume and references online at https://www.dcds.edu/about/careers.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Finalists will be invited to campus and asked to teach a sample class. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our school community and look forward to reviewing your qualifications.
