About Oxbridge Academy:

Oxbridge Academy is a premier, independent, co-educational college-preparatory school located on a beautiful 54-acre campus in West Palm Beach. Founded in 2011 by philanthropist William I. Koch, Oxbridge Academy provides an outstanding education empowering students in grades 6-12 to Lead with Kindness and Act with Courage. Offering a dynamic curriculum, enriching environment, and expert faculty, Oxbridge Academy applies an interdisciplinary academic approach while fostering the development of extraordinary leaders, thinkers, problem-solvers, and world-changers. With a vision to change the paradigm for middle and high school students, Oxbridge Academy values the autonomy and individuality of teachers.  Working within the guidelines of their department, teachers are given significant freedom to develop their curriculum, class policies, and instructional practices. 

Oxbridge offers a world-class education, an enriching culture, and experiential learning opportunities within an inclusive community. Signature Programs like the Free Enterprise Institute, Aviation, Artificial Intelligence, Cambridge Scholars, and Independent Research & Study ignite students’ inner passions, strengthen individual skills, and stimulate creative thinking, uniquely preparing them for college and beyond.

Position Summary: 

Oxbridge Academy is eager to secure a passionate and innovative Upper School Spanish Teacher committed to inspiring students to develop language proficiency and cultural understanding. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, enthusiasm, and flexibility to the classroom, fostering a love for the Spanish language while equipping students with the skills to communicate effectively in real-world contexts.

As part of the World Languages Department, this educator will collaborate with colleagues to design engaging, student-centered lessons that emphasize the four modes of communication—reading, writing, speaking, and listening—while ensuring continuity and progression across grade levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging & Rigorous Instruction: Design and implement innovative, student-centered lesson plans aligned with Oxbridge Academy’s Spanish curriculum, incorporating the four modes of communication to foster authentic language use and cultural understanding.
• Flexible & Proficient Teaching: Teach five sections of Upper School Spanish across different grade and academic levels, adapting lessons to meet diverse student needs.
• Collaboration & Alignment: Work closely with the World Languages team to ensure vertical and lateral continuity in curriculum and instruction.
• Assessment & Feedback: Regularly assess and document student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Student-Centered Learning: Cultivate an inclusive and supportive classroom culture that encourages intellectual risk-taking and a growth mindset.
• Mentorship & Character Development: Build meaningful relationships with students, mentoring them in both academics and character development while actively supporting Oxbridge’s mission.
• Community Engagement: Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school-wide events, contributing to a cohesive, mission-driven academic environment.
• Parent & Guardian Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with parents, guardians, and support staff to address individual learning needs and foster student success.
• Technology Integration: Leverage digital tools and innovative teaching strategies to enhance language acquisition and student engagement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Spanish, World Languages, or a related field.
• Fluency in Spanish and English with a thorough understanding of both Spanish and English grammar fundamentals.
• Previous experience teaching Spanish at the high school level.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to create a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Passion for language instruction and a commitment to fostering global citizenship.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students, colleagues, and families.
• Familiarity with proficiency-based instruction and innovative teaching methodologies.

Preferred Attributes:

• Prior experience teaching in an independent or private school, ideally within a mission-driven educational community.
• Interest in contributing to the school community beyond the classroom with a demonstrated ability to coach or mentor students in co-curricular or extracurricular activities.
• Enthusiasm for ongoing professional development and innovative teaching practices.

Compensation:

Oxbridge Academy offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities. Faculty members enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment, with access to resources that foster career growth and innovation in education.

Oxbridge Academy commits to being a community characterized by civility, respect, and trust; a school that fosters the virtues of discipline, perseverance, and responsibility. Oxbridge Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity at all levels, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic, background, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach, FL, has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for an Upper School Spanish Teacher beginning in July 2025. Interested candidates should review the opportunity statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Ashlyn Chillemi, Recruiter at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at [email protected].                

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About Oxbridge Academy

Oxbridge Academy is a private, independent school serving grades 6-12. Regardless of their economic background, our students have access to the best teachers and technology to learn the skills they need to be tomorrow’s leaders and innovators. Teachers at Oxbridge Academy foster a lifelong love of learning, spark curiosity, encourage students to make good choices, and serve as role models. They deliver their content expertise to their assigned classes so that all students have rigorous and inclusive access to the curriculum and instruction every day to meet their learning goals. In Curriculum Coordination Teams, teachers work collaboratively on such areas as creating and revising curriculum, reviewing student work, selecting and developing instructional resources, planning and coordinating portfolio and exhibition activities, meeting with specialists, and preparing common assessments.

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