Spanish Teacher - Primary and Secondary

About the School -
CHIREC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
CHIREC International is a leading K-12 school located in Hyderabad, India offering International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). CHIREC was founded in 1989 by Founder-Director, Ratna Reddy as a summer camp that offered Programmes in fine arts, performing arts, computers, indoor and outdoor sports. Today, CHIREC is one of the premier educational institutions in the country for excellence in academics and co-curricular activities. CHIREC's mission is to nurture the innate potential of its students to enable them to excel in whatever they choose. The school helps students to grow and evolve into open-minded, ethical and caring individuals who are focused and encouraged to set goals, attain them and exceed expectations. As a valued member of the Cognita global group, and recognized by respected educational bodies like the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the IB Organization, CHIREC International School is known for its exceptional quality of education.

About Cognita
At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they're starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too. We protect what's special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that's, quite literally, world class. It's an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best. And thrive.

Position Overview
The Spanish Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality Spanish language instruction across primary and secondary grade levels following the Cambridge International Curriculum framework. The role includes planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, preparing learners for key Cambridge assessments, and fostering a positive learning environment that promotes intercultural understanding and effective communication.

Key Responsibilities
1.Plan, prepare, and deliver Spanish lessons aligned with the Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Level syllabi (as applicable to the school's offering).
2.Develop schemes of work that incorporate Cambridge learning objectives, linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing), cultural content, and global perspectives.
3.Use differentiated instruction strategies to support diverse learners, including EAL students and students with varied proficiency levels in Spanish.
4.Integrate communicative teaching methods, inquiry-based learning, and active student engagement.
5.Design and facilitate formative and summative assessments in alignment with Cambridge standards.
6.Prepare students for Cambridge Checkpoint, IGCSE Spanish, and AS/A Level Spanish examinations (as applicable).
7.Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and maintain accurate records of progress.
8.Prepare report cards, assessment data, and conduct parent-teacher conferences as required.
9.Create a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment that supports academic and personal growth.
10.Implement consistent classroom routines and behavior expectations aligned with the school's policies.
11.Encourage student participation, collaboration, and independent learning.
12.Contribute to the ongoing review and development of the Spanish curriculum and teaching resources.
13.Collaborate with department colleagues to ensure vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment across all grade levels.
14.Integrate digital tools and modern language-learning technologies into classroom practice.
15.Participate in staff meetings, professional learning communities, and school events.
16.Engage in continuous professional development, including Cambridge training courses.
17.Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
18.Uphold school policies, safeguarding practices, and Cambridge assessment guidelines.
19.Organize or support Spanish language events, competitions, cultural days, clubs, or trips.
20.Promote cultural awareness and appreciation of Spanish-speaking countries across the school community.

Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Modern Languages, Education, or a related field.
• Experience teaching Spanish across multiple grade levels.
• Experience teaching Cambridge IGCSE or AS/A Level Spanish.

How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 31-Jan-2026
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED; WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.

Applicants who have not heard from us by the closing date must assume that, on this occasion, their application has been unsuccessful.