High School Dual-Enrollment Spanish Instructor

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Position Summary:

The Spanish Dual-Enrollment FAU High School educator, under the supervision of the Principal and High School Assistant Principal, will provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned academic subject area to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The role includes developing curriculum and adhering to the standards aligned to FAU’s requirements for Spanish courses. The Spanish teacher must be fluent in Spanish and English to teach all levels of Spanish, including Spanish for native speakers.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and apply relevant educational research-based instructional strategies in order to develop engaging and differentiated lessons, assignments, and assessments.  

• Develop and implement lessons and assignments, and a syllabus for each course that fulfills the requirements of a dual-enrollment Spanish course. 

• Provide timely, appropriate, and actionable feedback to students.  

• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.  

• Maintain and use accurate, comprehensive documentation and evidence of students' progress and development.

• Work cooperatively with administrators, teachers, team leaders, and other staff as needed to meet curriculum objectives.

• Ensure accommodations are provided in accordance with the guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans. 

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal assessment.

• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Code of Student Conduct and other applicable school and university policies and guidelines.

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials, as needed.

• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, students, teachers, and school leadership.

• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. 

• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on school committees, as needed.

• Engage in research activities to further the school’s mission and to generate advancements in science education and in teaching and learning. 

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. 

• Promote College and Career Readiness for all students.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Spanish or a related field with 18+ graduate hours in Spanish from an accredited university
• Holds a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or Statement of Eligibility in Spanish K-12
• 1-2 years of experience teaching high school, community college, or university Spanish advanced coursework
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience teaching high school Spanish
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

A. D. Henderson University School

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2026-06-30

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copy of Teaching Certification
• Copy of Transcripts

Transcripts:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

The candidate selected for the position will be required to have fingerprinting done at the FAU Police Department and a background check done by the school.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711