Spanish Teacher - Leave Replacement
The Modern Languages Department at Nightingale seeks an enthusiastic, dynamic and collegial teacher of Spanish with native or near-native fluency who can teach a wide range of students at the beginner, intermediate and advanced levels in both Upper and Middle School. This is a 5 week, full time, Fall 2024 semester leave replacement starting on November 18, 2024 and ending December 20, 2024. The department’s curriculum values all aspects of language learning, from oral and written expression to informed and ethical approaches to teaching cultural competencies. The ideal candidate for this position possesses a passion for languages and travel and embraces the multiplicity of ways in which language and culture intermingle and negotiate in the complex global environment of the world today. Candidates will possess and communicate high standards for their subject matter and their students, and show a commitment to the best practices of teaching Spanish through ongoing professional development. Our faculty members are expected to value diversity as a source of strength, to commit to equity and inclusion, and contribute to the school community outside of the classroom.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
SALARY
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, this position's FTE salary is $70,000 ($5,8330 monthly). When extending an offer, Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at https://www.nightingale.org/careers.
ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL
Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses
their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation. The School prohibits retaliation against any employee who in good faith makes a report under this policy.