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 ocurses, pending certification.
• Collaborate with department and school colleagues in the ongoing curriculum design and review process. 
• Communicate regularyly 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 parents programs. 

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send resume to Mike Wickenhuaser, Assistant Principal for Academics, at [email protected]

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Rockhurst High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.