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Spanish Teacher for Grades 4-8

Young World Physical Education, Vienna, VA, United States


Spanish Teacher for Grades 4-8
Diocese of Arlington Catholic Schools St. Mark School - Vienna, Virginia. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID:

5670117

Application Deadline:

Jul 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 10, 2026

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > Bilingual Education

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Classroom Teacher > High School / Secondary

Classroom Teacher > Language: Spanish

Job Description
ST. MARK Catholic School is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Spanish Teacher to join our team for Grades 4-8. The ideal candidate will bring strong subject matter expertise in Spanish language instruction and a deep appreciation for cultural diversity, engaging students across intermediate and middle school grade levels. This teacher will cultivate language proficiency, cultural awareness, and confidence in communication while fostering a classroom environment where students are challenged academically, supported socially, and formed spiritually.

ST. MARK is a mid‑sized Catholic Pre‑K through Grade 8 school in Vienna, Virginia serving approximately 350 students in grades K‑8. We have two classes per grade from Grade 1 through Grade 8, with an average of 20 students per class. Our teachers inspire and challenge young learners to grow in every area: spiritually, academically, physically, emotionally, and socially. Our students consistently score above both national and diocesan averages on standardized assessments. Teachers work closely with one another to provide a challenging and supportive educational experience for all students.

We invite you to learn more about our school on our website: https://www.saintmarkcatholicschool.org

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Fluency in Spanish (native or near‑native proficiency preferred)

Teaching certification (preferred) or willingness to pursue certification

Experience teaching Spanish to elementary and/or middle school students preferred

A desire to help students grow in faith, knowledge, and service

Important Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong communication skills

Enjoy collaborating with others

Imagination and flexibility a must

Comfort using digital platforms for both planning and instructional purposes

Commitment to creating an inclusive classroom environment where students of all abilities are accepted and engaged in meaningful ways

Continuous commitment to reflection on one’s own practices

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Create daily and long‑range lesson plans

Assess student understanding of what has been taught and modify teaching accordingly

Communicate constructively with parents

Maintain appropriate and accurate records in the learning management system (Schoology)

Complete report cards professionally and punctually

Pursue professional development opportunities both individually and collaboratively

Provide positive role‑modeling for students based on our Catholic Faith

Represent the school in a professional manner

Maintain safety and order in the science lab at all times

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

Contact Information

Kimberly Parker, Principal

St. Mark School

Phone: 703‑281‑9103

Email: kparker@stmark.org

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