Saint Benedict School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic K–8 Spanish Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year, who will also serve as a 6th grade homeroom teacher. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about sharing the Spanish language and culture across grade levels and who will actively contribute to our vibrant, faith-filled school community. Our ideal candidate is collaborative, organized, and committed to partnering with families to support each child’s academic and spiritual growth.
Located on Main Street in Amherst, New York, Saint Benedict School offers programs in Pre-K3 through 8th grade to almost 450 students from the surrounding area. Saint Benedict School is committed to providing a high-quality, faith-based education. We are a Catholic school which uses the teachings of the Church to cultivate the academic, spiritual, social, and moral development of its students in a safe learning and teaching environment. The school nurtures a strong sense of community, high academic standards, discipline, and respect. Visit stbenschool.org for more information about our school.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
● Plan and teach Spanish language and culture lessons for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade, using engaging, age-appropriate methods.
● Serve as the 6th grade homeroom teacher, providing daily support, communication, and leadership for a group of middle school students.
● Promote a classroom environment that supports academic rigor, cultural appreciation, and Catholic values.
● Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners and accommodate various learning styles.
● Collaborate with colleagues to support student success and foster a cohesive team approach.
● Maintain regular communication with families regarding student progress and classroom activities through conferences, email, phone, and the electronic gradebook.
● Participate in school-wide events and activities, including Open House, concerts, HSA events, and other community-building functions.
● Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current in instructional strategies, language acquisition, and Catholic education best practices.
Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Spanish, Foreign Language Education, or a related field
● Valid New York State certification in Foreign Language or comparable credential (preferred)
● Fluency in spoken and written Spanish
● Experience teaching elementary and/or middle school Spanish (preferred)
● Experience in or willingness to support Catholic education and values ● Strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills
● Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
● Employment is contingent upon acceptable results of a state and federal background check, completion of VIRTUS Training, reference check and completion of all necessary paperwork.
Salary: From $30,000 annually; 10-month, full-time exempt, benefit-eligible salaried position
Application Process: Applications are being accepted now and will continue to be accepted until the right candidate is found. Please send the following materials to the Principal of Saint Benedict School, Ryan Kloetzer at rkloetzer@saintbenedicts.com as soon as possible.
● Cover letter (required)
● Current resume including all experiences in schools and the field of education (required
