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Title: High School Teacher-- Spanish 40,000-60,000 

Job Summary: Union Catholic High School in Scotch Plains, NJ, is seeking a full-time High School Spanish Teacher for grades 9-12 to join our dedicated faculty. 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, effective classroom management skills, and the ability to create an engaging and supportive learning environment that inspires students to succeed. 

Responsibilities include, developing level-appropriate instruction, supporting school policies, programs, and administrative procedures, fostering a positive and productive classroom environment, and participating in ongoing professional development in 21st-century skills and educational technology. 

Responsibilities: - Develop and execute comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards - Utilize innovative teaching techniques to actively engage students in the learning process - Manage classroom dynamics effectively to ensure a conducive learning atmosphere - Provide constructive feedback to students to enhance their academic progress - Prepare students for standardized testing and assessments - Incorporate learning technology and educational resources to enrich student learning experiences - Support students' academic and personal growth through mentorship and guidance 

Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field - Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and lesson planning - Proficiency in proofreading and editing educational materials - Experience working with high school students in an educational setting - This is an in-person position; candidates must be able to commute to Scotch Plains, NJ 

Job Type: Full-time Benefits: - 403(b) - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Life insurance - Paid time off - Professional development assistance - Retirement plan - Vision insurance Physical Setting: - Private school Ability to Commute: - Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 (Required) Ability to Relocate: - Scotch Plains, NJ 07076: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person  

Contact: Catarina Portillo - Spanish Teacher Portuguese Club Moderator Middle States Team Instructional Supervisor Union Catholic High School | World Language Department 

1600 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 T 908 889 1600 ext. 379  

Ranney School is seeking a Lower School Spanish teacher to provide Spanish instruction in

grades Beginners (3-year-olds) to 5th and one section of Middle School.

The ideal candidate will:

● Display a passion for educating the young child and an ability to “know and value”

each student.

● Recognize the importance of creating a safe positive educational environment for young

students.

● Understand child development and apply this knowledge to student expectations and

standards.

● Demonstrate an optimistic and supportive spirit as well as a flexible, positive attitude

● Embrace a growth mindset.

● Possess content-area expertise in Spanish and a familiarity with communicative

approaches to language teaching.

● Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all constituents. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

● Development of active, engaging lessons for language learning and cultural

understanding

● Differentiated instruction and assessment as needed in whole class, small group or

individual student settings

● Assessment of student achievement and engagement

● Electronic and personal communication with students and parents

● Development of personal systems for classroom organization, assessment, and classroom

behaviors and standards

● Classroom budgeting responsibilities as needed

● Collaboration with grade level teams and other colleagues across school divisions

● Follow established guidelines found in the Faculty Handbook and Divisional Resource

Guides

● Teachers are responsible for the supervision of their students in class, in transition, during

school events, and on field trips

● Additional duties are assigned based on available staffing

● Other duties as assigned

Compensation:

Ranney School is committed to offering competitive compensation based on educational

attainment and years of relevant experience. The anticipated salary range for this position is

$63,000 to $78,000 annually.

● Ranney offers a robust benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including:

● Medical, HRA, dental, vision, and pet insurance plans

● Employer-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance

● A voluntary 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions based on years

of service

● Significant tuition remission for eligible children and grandchildren

● Graduate tuition assistance and professional development grants

● Retention bonuses awarded at five-year milestones

Please submit an application dossier compiled into a single PDF and emailed to the Lower

School Head, Mythili Lahiri (mlahiri@ranneyschool.org), and the World Language Department

Chair, Dr. Alexandra Brown (abrown@ranneyschool.org). The dossier must include:

● a cover letter specific to this position at Ranney

● a CV/resume

● a statement of educational philosophy

● a list of three to five professional references. We will notify you before contacting them.

They are currently looking for a Spanish teacher to join their amazing faculty for the 2026–2027 school year.

If you or someone you know would love to teach at a wonderful all-girls Catholic high school with a supportive administration, outstanding students, and an incredible community, I highly encourage you to apply!

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