Job Description

The Spanish and French programs are part of the school’s outstanding World Language department, which strives for all students to attain communicative proficiency upon graduation.

Teaching at Buckley:

Buckley’s teachers are vibrant, diverse, and dedicated to their students. They take part in the whole life of the school and take joy in fostering the development of young boys. Hosting student clubs, supporting budding readers, breathing SEL into classes and transitions, and having family-style lunch with students are all hallmarks of the program and part of the faculty experience.

We are looking for a candidate who will recognize the unique opportunities afforded by an all-boys educational context, in addition to having a demonstrated passion for this content, this age range, and the art and science of teaching and learning. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach Spanish using a full immersion approach (90% target language)  
• Plan lessons using authentic literature, games, and songs  
• Use Total Physical Response (TPR) techniques and engage multiple modalities so students can retain information  
• Collaborate with colleagues to refine existing FLES program   
• Integrate Spanish language instruction with other disciplines  
• Teach two small-group reading groups.
• Assess, monitor, and analyze student progress using formal and informal assessments.
• Tailor reading instruction to the group and individual student needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support differentiated literacy instruction.
• Stay current with research-based practices and emerging trends in reading education.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• At least 3-5 years of Spanish teaching experience with Grades 1-3 and a passion for language education 
• In-depth knowledge of the Spanish language and best practices for effective instructional approaches 
• The ability to foster a love of learning the Spanish language in a joyful and rigorous classroom 
• Excellent communication and academic technology skills 
• Undergraduate degree in Spanish or a related discipline, and a master’s degree in Spanish, the teaching of Spanish, or a related field, are preferred, though candidates with relevant experience and who do not match that degree profile will be considered.
• Ability and desire to collaborate closely with colleagues within and across grade levels; collegiality and adaptability are essential qualities.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development 
• Open to learning current research- based practices teaching early literacy instruction (grades-1-3) 

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please put " Lower School Spanish & Reading Teacher " in the subject line. 

A meaningful cover letter is required to apply which should detail how your relevant skills and experience align with the job requirements, specific examples of accomplishments that demonstrate your abilities, and highlight any unique skills that will make you stand out as the best candidate for the job. No calls please.

The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.  

About The Buckley School in the City of New York

The Buckley School in the City of New York is an independent day school for boys located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The school has two divisions: Lower School (K-4) and Upper School (5-8 + Academy Year), with a current student body of 373 pupils and 104 faculty and staff members. The Head of School is Gregory J. O’Melia, the sixth head to be appointed since the school's founding in 1913. Buckley is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the New York State Association of Independent Schools and the International Boys’ Schools Coalition (IBSC). Additionally, it is a charter member of the Manhattan Private Middle School League and the Metropolitan Private Middle School Track and Field Association. The school's motto is “Honor et Veritas” (Honor and Truth). Its official seal is a shield.

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