Upper School Spanish Teacher

The Holton-Arms School seeks a collaborative, flexible, and enthusiastic Spanish Teacher to join our vibrant Upper School in the World Languages Department for the 2025-26 school year. This is a full-time 10-month position.

Founded more than a century ago, Holton-Arms School encourages young women in grades 3-12 to approach the world with a thirst for challenge, unflinching curiosity, and a sense of responsibility to use what they learn for the greatest good. A nationally-recognized school that prioritizes purposeful connections, Holton is a vibrant place where both students and faculty are deeply engaged in the process of learning and bring tremendous spirit and passion to their work.

With a long legacy of excellence in educating girls, Holton provides students with time-tested and future-forward programming, preparing them for what the world needs next. The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the “education not only of the mind, but of the soul and spirit”. Founded in 1901 by two visionary women, Holton-Arms continues to cultivate a diverse, inclusive, and equitable school community; tend to the health and wellbeing of its members; and build a global curriculum that responds to the learners in its classrooms and the world around us.

The school’s aspirations and current program are rooted in Mrs. Holton’s founding vision: “My high hope is that they who enter through the ‘Open Door’ of Holton-Arms remember they felt, in the friendliness of a home, the urge to learn and the joy of overcoming obstacles as the way to happiness and the fullest life”. In this vibrant community committed to academic excellence, discovery, creativity, and joy, students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from mistakes, pursue leadership opportunities, and build lifelong friendships. The school motto, Inveniam viam aut faciam (I will find a way or make one), exemplifies this spirit of agency and empowerment.

We seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests who share our passion for helping girls learn, grow, and thrive. Together, we are committed to cultivating the leaders of tomorrow who will make a positive impact on their communities and the world.

Position Overview

The World Languages Department provides students with the opportunity to develop their intercultural competence by deepening their skills and competencies around language proficiency and global awareness. Students explore diverse cultures and perspectives as part of a supportive and engaging community, learn to be strong collaborators in shared creative work and gain self-directed learning skills. The World Languages program offers courses in Chinese, French, Latin, and Spanish through level 5.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Upper School Spanish classes 
• Communicate regularly and effectively with students and parents 
• Work collaboratively with other teachers in the World Languages Department, division colleagues, and administrators
• Provide additional support outside of class time, as needed, during the school day
• Serve as an advisor, facilitating weekly meetings to promote student well-being 
• Attend regular meetings, including in-house professional development
• Participate in supervisory and extracurricular duties, including chaperoning events, monitoring study halls and common areas, and parent events.
• Contribute to the Uppe