JOB POSTING Spanish Faculty ABOUT US For more than 100 years, Rockhurst High School has been a place where boys become young men, with minds, bodies and souls prepared for the challenges of college and life beyond. Rockhurst challenges students with a rigorous academic program in the classical Jesuit tradition. We offer great benefits and competitive wages. PURPOSE We are seeking a career-minded individual to teach Spanish, starting in August of 2026. The ideal candidate will be a certified teacher with a demonstrated ability to teach in a college preparatory environment. The teacher will work in a structured and collaborative environment with other teachers who are committed to the formation of each student according to the principles of the Grad at Grad: Open to Growth, Intellectually Competent, Religious, Committed to Doing Justice, and Loving. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES ● Plan and teach five sections of Spanish, likely with two preps, which may include advanced placement and dual credit courses, pending certification. ● Collaborate with department and school colleagues in the ongoing curriculum design and review process. ● Communicate regularly with students, parents, school counselors, and administrators about student progress. ● Participate actively in the school’s co-curricular and spiritual activities. REQUIREMENTS ● Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or related field (Master’s preferred) ● Previous Spanish teaching experience ● Experience with teaching for language acquisition and proficiency or desire to join the shared department goal of teaching for proficiency. ● Clear understanding of and commitment to Rockhurst High School’s mission ● Student-focused approach to learning, which includes a desire to build positive relationships that are characterized by mutual respect and trust ● Strong understanding of current educational theory and practice ● Ability to incorporate a range of instructional approaches, including discussion-based, project-based, and inquiry-based approaches ● Experience with a range of educational technologies PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ● Ability to stand, sit, and move around the classroom and building. ● Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally. ● Sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to use computers, phones, and office equipment and to participate in meetings and student interactions. ● Ability to communicate clearly in person, in writing, and in group presentations. ● Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for school events, student or parent programs. HOW TO APPLY: Please send resume to Mike Wickenhauser, Assistant Principal for Academics, at hr@rockhursths.edu Rockhurst High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
