About this role
Elementary Spanish Immersion Classroom Teacher Location: St. Anthony Catholic School, Des Moines, IA Reports To: Principal Classification: Full-Time, Exempt Role Overview St. Anthony Catholic School is seeking a passionate, faith-filled, and fluent Spanish-speaking educator to join our Elementary Spanish Immersion program for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will provide a high-quality educational experience where students develop Spanish language proficiency while mastering core academic subjects. You will foster a classroom environment rooted in Catholic values, academic excellence, and global citizenship. Key Responsibilities
• Instructional Delivery: Teach core subjects (Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts) primarily in Spanish, ensuring students meet or exceed grade-level benchmarks.
• Language Development: Implement research-based immersion strategies to support students' transition from Spanish language learners to fluent speakers, readers, and writers.
• Faith Integration: Incorporate Catholic teachings and values into daily lessons; lead students in prayer and participate in school liturgies.
• Differentiation: Assess student progress regularly and tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including those of native speakers and second-language learners.
• Community Engagement: Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress
Qualifications & Requirements
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
• Licensure: Valid Iowa Teaching License
• Language Proficiency: Near-native fluency in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing) and proficiency in English.
• Spiritual Alignment: A commitment to the mission of Catholic education and a willingness to uphold the teachings of the Church. However, applicants need not be Catholic.
• Skills: Strong classroom management, communication skills, and a collaborative spirit
Physical & Mental Requirements
• Ability to navigate a classroom environment and engage with elementary-aged children.
• Strong organizational skills to manage a bilingual curriculum.
• Emotional intelligence to support students through the "productive struggle" of language acquisition.
To Apply Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Taylor Reed at [email protected]