Faculty - Long Term Spanish Substitute Teacher

Job Title: Faculty – Long-Term Spanish Substitute

Department: Academic – World Languages

Status: Full-Time, Temporary, Non-Benefited/Non-Exempt/Hourly

Reports to: Assistant Head of School

SUMMARY

The Webb Schools is looking for a Spanish Substitute between January 2023 and May 2023 to teach a combination of Spanish 1, AP Spanish Language, and AP Spanish Literature. Ideal candidates will both share Webb’s commitment to cultivating unbounded thinkers through rigorous, student-driven experiential learning and be excited to share their lives with teenagers in a residential boarding school setting. In addition, faculty members are expected to contribute positively and productively to support an inclusive campus community that promotes the development of honor, leadership, and character and which strives to cultivate a sense of belonging for all.

MISSION AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING

The Webb Schools are committed to fostering an inclusive school community characterized by openness, acceptance, and empathy, where all members are valued, respected and supported. Our community is strengthened by the diverse views, beliefs, backgrounds and experiences of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Embracing diversity in all its many forms is essential to our mission: in particular, our call to provide an exemplary learning community that nurtures future leaders who will act with honor and moral courage and serve with a generous spirit. For more on our values and commitment to DEI initiatives, click here.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach four classes, including all elements of instructional planning, implementation, and assessment.
• Attend faculty meetings, department meetings, and other meetings as required as determined by the department chair and/or director of studies.
• Attend school functions: chapels, assemblies, class meetings, as well as special events as necessary.
• Complete academic reports, advisor letters, and other forms of academic communication in a timely, professional manner.
• Promote the development of honor, character, and leadership in all dealings with students, including enforcing school rules and ensuring all students feel safe and welcome in their campus home.
• Other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES OF WEBB FACULTY & STAFF

• Contributes to the delivery of the mission, vision, and values of the school community.
• Demonstrates inclusive and equitable practices to ensure that all members of the community feel a sense of belonging.
• Follows community policies and procedures and models positive behavior.
• Works effectively as a team member and develops professional and productive relationships with colleagues.
• Understands boundaries and embraces responsibility for the care of students in loco parentis.
• Promotes a trust-based community by keeping appropriate confidences.
• Manages time effectively and meets deadlines and commitments.
• Communicates and responds to all school communications in a timely manner.
• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to change as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The optimal candidate will have a broad interest in their field of study and a minimum education of a bachelor’s degree (a master’s degree or higher preferred).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

A current California driver's license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record will be required. A criminal background check must be successfully completed before employment can begin.

OTHER SKILLS

Faculty members must be:

• Able to communicate effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Knowledgeable practitioners of their academic discipline.
• Technologically literate and able to guide and direct students’ use of technology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As prescribed by law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

Anticipated hourly pay: $30.00 - $35.00

• The Webb Schools offer competitive compensation. In setting position ranges, Webb reviews numerous factors including industry data from NAIS, CAIS, NBOA, and other market data.
• Webb believes a strong benefits package is important for employee stability and retention. Benefits include highly subsidized health plans, robust retirement contributions, and tuition remission.
• Webb allocates substantial resources to growth and professional development, including funding for advanced degrees, curriculum development, industry conferences and workshops, and other academic and pedagogical pursuits.

The Webb Schools are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate based on perceived or actual race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, pregnancy (or any related conditions), age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, gender/identity/expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. www.webb.org