A prestigious and culturally diverse Mixed Secondary School in Kensington is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Teacher specializing in Spanish to join our team on a part-time, fixed-term basis. We are looking for an educator who can inspire students to explore the Spanish language and culture.
About Our Learning Community:
Our school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that values linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding. We encourage students to become confident communicators, appreciate diverse cultures, and develop a lifelong love of learning. The MFL department is a supportive and collaborative team, dedicated to delivering engaging and challenging lessons.
About the Role:
- Deliver engaging and challenging Spanish lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4 students, focusing on GCSE curriculum requirements.
- Develop and implement lesson plans that incorporate a variety of language learning techniques, cultural experiences, and interactive activities.
- Facilitate student-led conversations, presentations, and cultural projects, encouraging linguistic fluency, cultural awareness, and communication skills.
- Assess student progress through speaking, listening, reading, and writing tasks, providing detailed and constructive feedback.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of the Spanish curriculum, ensuring it aligns with current language teaching methodologies and cultural trends.
- Organize and lead extracurricular activities, such as Spanish clubs, film screenings, and cultural events, to enhance student learning and promote cultural immersion.
Ideal Candidate:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong academic background in Spanish or Modern Foreign Languages.
- Experience teaching Spanish to GCSE level, with a focus on both linguistic and cultural aspects of the language.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate students.
- Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and a deep understanding of Spanish culture.
- Commitment to fostering language learning and intercultural understanding in young people.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to the wider life of the school.
Benefits:
- Flexible part-time hours to suit your availability.
- Competitive salary (pro-rata MPS/UPS + Inner London Weighting).
- Access to well-equipped language labs, resources, and cultural materials to support Spanish teaching and learning.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development in language education and related fields.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment within a leading school committed to linguistic and cultural diversity.
To Apply:
Please send your CV
