Spanish Immersion Preschool Teacher

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Job Description

Job Description
Position Summary:

The Spanish Immersion Preschool Teacher is responsible for delivering a full Spanish-language early childhood program for children ages 2.5 to 5 years. This teacher will foster language development, social-emotional growth, and early academic skills through immersive, hands-on learning in a warm, structured, and engaging classroom environment. The ideal candidate is fluent in Spanish, has a strong understanding of early childhood development, and is passionate about bilingual education.

Key Responsibilities:Language & Communication
  • Speak Spanish fluently and use it consistently during all classroom instruction and interaction
  • Support and encourage Spanish language development through songs, stories, routines, and open-ended conversation
  • Understand students’ English when needed, and communicate with families and staff in conversational English
  • Model clear and rich language to support vocabulary development and comprehension
Curriculum Implementation
  • Implement and enhance a developmentally appropriate, hands-on curriculum delivered entirely in Spanish
  • Collaborate with the Spanish Immersion team to align instruction with program goals
  • Adapt activities and lessons to meet the developmental needs of diverse learners
  • Plan and prepare daily lessons, routines, and transitions that balance structure with creativity
Classroom Management
  • Establish daily routines that promote consistency, safety, and independence
  • Use positive guidance strategies to support appropriate behavior and emotional regulation
  • Provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences that hold students’ attention and encourage exploration
  • Create a respectful and nurturing environment with clear, age-appropriate boundaries
Classroom Environment
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom space
  • Ensure materials and resources are accessible, safe, and support immersive learning
  • Set up learning centers and visual supports that reflect both Spanish language and early childhood best practices
  • Follow all school, licensing, and Spanish Immersion program policies and procedures
Teamwork & Professionalism
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with parents regarding student progress and classroom updates
  • Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a supportive team culture
  • Demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and integrity in all interactions
  • Accept feedback constructively and respond with growth-oriented action
  • Use sound judgment, especially in managing classroom dynamics and unexpected situations

Requirements

Qualifications:
  • Fluent in Spanish (native or near-native level)
  • Conversational English required for parent and staff communication
  • Minimum of 12 ECE (Early Childhood Education) units; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
  • 2+ years of experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom setting
  • Strong classroom management, curriculum planning, and child development knowledge
  • Enthusiastic, nurturing, and passionate about bilingual learning and early childhood education

Benefits

Benefits for full-time employees working 30+hrs/wk include:

  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay- including a paid holiday closure in late December!
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • FSA
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Childcare/Private Education Tuition Discount Benefits with Action Day Schools programs
Location:
San Jose
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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