Elementary Spanish Teacher

Colorado International Language Academy

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Colorado Springs, Colorado

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Teach Spanish Language Studies and Math to elementary students within an immersive environment. Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, assessing student learning, and collaborating with grade-level teams.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree and are fluent in Spanish, with near-native proficiency preferred. You must be able to pass the Praxis exam(s) for the subject areas taught and possess strong classroom management skills to foster a positive learning environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Spanish

Praxis exam

Colorado Academic Standards

CILA curriculum

Job Description

Elementary Spanish Teacher
2026–2027 School Year

Application Review & Interviews: Applications will be reviewed and interviews will be scheduled beginning April 2026.

Colorado International Language Academy (CILA) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Elementary Spanish Teacher to teach Spanish Language Studies and Math for the 2026–27 school year. This position supports students as they develop Spanish language proficiency while building strong mathematical understanding in an immersive environment.

CILA is a tuition-free public charter school offering language immersion in Spanish, Mandarin, and German. This Spanish-language position plays a key role in fostering bilingualism, biliteracy, and academic achievement within a globally focused school community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach Spanish Language Studies and Math aligned with Colorado Academic Standards and CILA curriculum
  • Deliver instruction primarily in Spanish to support language immersion
  • Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Assess student learning and provide timely, meaningful feedback
  • Foster a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
  • Collaborate with grade-level teams, specialists, and administration
  • Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress and expectations
  • Participate in professional development, team meetings, and school-wide events

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Colorado teaching license preferred but not required
  • Must be able to pass the Praxis exam(s) for the subject areas taught
  • Fluency in Spanish required (native or near-native proficiency preferred)
  • Experience teaching elementary students preferred
  • Strong classroom management and organizational skills
  • Ability to differentiate instruction and support a range of learning needs
  • Commitment to collaboration, reflection, and continuous improvement
  • Enthusiasm for working in a multicultural, language immersion environment

Salary & Benefits:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and credentials. A comprehensive benefits package is available.

Start Date:
August 2026

Colorado International Language Academy

At CILA, our goals are to: provide a rigorous academic program, designed to make the student fluent in English and another major language and culture; provide an academically challenging, content-rich curriculum; and develop citizens of good character and discipline.
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