Title
: Temporary Upper School Spanish Language Teacher (Spring Semester of the 2026-27 academic year: January 11 to June 3, 2027)
Job Status
: Temporary, Full-time, Exempt
Salary Range
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$29,500 to $41,202 based on degree and experience (for one semester)
Founded in 1863 by Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV, ‘Iolani School is an Episcopal day and boarding school in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi enrolling approximately 2,300 students on its K-12, 25-acre urban campus.
‘Iolani School strives to create a learning community where every student is supported to reach their fullest potential. As part of our ONE TEAM ethos, we value cooperation, humility, and mutual respect in both students and faculty. Through a challenging, forward-thinking curriculum, we embrace academic excellence, responsible citizenship, and service—preparing students to lead lives of integrity and purpose.
We seek an experienced educator who is passionate, collaborative, and reflective to join our World Language Department as an Upper School Spanish Language Teacher for the Spring Semester of the 2026-27 academic year. The Spring Semester spans from January 11, 2027 through June 3, 2027.
The position requires active participation in our vibrant learning community and an educator who will inspire and support our students. The role also requires ongoing collaboration with teaching teams at the course and departmental level. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of the Spanish language, strong instructional practice, and a genuine love of teaching within a mission-driven independent school environment.
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Bachelor’s degree in World Language Education (Spanish), Spanish Language, or related discipline.
Ability to demonstrate native or near-native competency in Spanish.
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and to design lessons which make use of a wide variety of learning methods
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Ability to design and execute curriculum as part of a teaching team.
Excellent written and verbal communication and proficiency in educational technology.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
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Ability to effectively communicate and perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Ability to perform the physical tasks required for the position, including reaching, bending, lifting, carrying, and operating standard office equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Must successfully pass a fingerprint background check and provide TB clearance due to working in proximity to children.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
