Grades 4 - 8 World Language (Spanish) Teacher

Sabot School, a progressive preschool–Grade 8 school in Richmond and a leader in the Reggio Emilia Approach®, seeks a Middle School World Languages Teacher-Researcher.

Under the general supervision of the Director of Grades 4-8, the World Languages Teacher-Researcher is responsible for the instructional program, general operations and management of the World Languages program for students in Grades 4 - 8, beginning with Spanish 4 and ending in Spanish II (High School Level Honors). Instruction is delivered through an inquiry-based, social-constructivist, and Reggio Emilia Approach. 

As a Teacher-Researcher, this role also involves continuous professional development, engaging in action research by generating hypotheses and questions, documenting student work, and reflecting both individually and collaboratively.

Essential Tasks

• Teaches Spanish to Grade 4 - Grade 8: One section each, with class sizes ranging from 10 to 18 students.
• Performs Additional Duties: Completes other related tasks as assigned by the Program Director based on scheduling  availability. Additional duties include but are not limited to teaching an elective course, running an Advisory group, or  supervising a student club. 
• Develops Spanish Curriculum: Builds upon and/or designs the Middle School Spanish (Grades 5–8) with a focus on inquiry- and project-based lessons, aligned with the Reggio Emilia Approach™ and emphasizing DEIB instruction.  This role works in collaboration with  with the K-3 Spanish Teacher-Researcher.
• Creates a Welcoming and Inclusive Classroom Environment: Establishes a space where all students feel safe to express themselves, take intellectual risks, and engage in collaborative problem-solving. Facilitates meaningful discussions and debates that foster critical thinking, empathy, and communication skills.
• Documents Student Learning: Guides students in discovery and understanding, fostering the development of reflective thinking and problem-solving skills.Tracks each student’s understanding of grade level standards and key skills using a variety of methods, including formative and summative assessments, projects, papers, collaborative work, classwork, presentations, class discussions, one-on-one conferences, and self-reflection.  Submits quarterly grades and narrative comments. 
• Participates in Non-Classroom Activities: Engages in school activities, including parent/student conferences, retreats, faculty meetings, field trips, special activities, performances, and admissions and enrollment events (some of which may occur on weekends).
• Ensures Student Safety and Well-Being: Supervises students effectively to maintain a safe, healthy, and positive environment in accordance with school policies and expectations. Aids in supervision uutside the classroom
• Manages Classroom Expectations and Collaborates on Student Support: Works with the Program Director and School Counselor to address student concerns and implement support plans as needed. Participates in the school’s restorative practices program. 
• Communicates with Families: Maintains open communication with families, providing regular updates on student progress and learning experiences.
• Reflects of Teaching and Maintains Professional Development Goals: Participates in an annual observation cycle based and classroom action research based on personal research interests and school-wide goals. Attends related  internal and/or external professional development.