(Tentative) IB MYP/DP Spanish (Language Acquisition) Teacher

(Tentative) Position:

IB MYP/DP Spanish (Language Acquisition) Teacher

Reports to:

High School Principal

To apply for this position, please go to https://www.canacad.ac.jp/discovering/employment

Teaching at Canadian Academy:

Canadian Academy teachers inspire minds and nurture compassion by providing a rich and engaging programme that develops students' skills, promotes curiosity and love of learning, and prioritizes well-being. All students follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Grades 6-10, and most students pursue the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 11 & 12, although 10-20% each year opt for a more personalized pathway to graduation that includes a mix of DP and other courses and leads to a CA Diploma. Teaching and learning are enriched by opportunities for exploration in the arts, athletics, outdoor education, service, and more.

CA's Middle School is a highly collaborative professional environment, where innovation is encouraged and student learning and well-being drive everything we do. Subject teams work closely together and learn from one another, and opportunities for professional development abound. A low student-teacher ratio and a stimulating, well-resourced, technology-rich environment make this an exceptional place to teach. Our teachers get to know their students well, both in and out of the classroom, and work together to ensure that every student is appropriately challenged and supported.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an inspirational, experienced IB MYP/DP Spanish teacher to begin in August 2026. CA offers Spanish Language Acquisition courses at every grade level from 6-12, culminating in DP Spanish B at SL and HL.

Position Responsibilities:

• Teach IB MYP/DP Spanish courses in Grades 6-12
• Contribute to curriculum planning and programme development as a member of the World Languages departmental team
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of and passion for Spanish education
• Connect with and inspire students to outstanding levels of achievement in Spanish
• Serve as homeroom Advisor for a group of approximately 10 High School students
• Supervise Personal Projects/Extended Essays as needed to support the academic program
• For teachers with the relevant interest and experience, there is the possibility of teaching another MYP or DP subject

All Canadian Academy teachers are expected to:

• Create a vibrant classroom environment that nurtures meaningful connections and cultivates a deep sense of care and compassion
• Design, prepare, and deliver learning activities that promote inquiry and facilitate authentic engagement
• Identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs and are in line with the programs and ethos of the school
• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Design and implement a range of authentic formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' learning data to provide timely feedback, design appropriate learning engagements, and facilitate reporting
• Enthusiastically contribute to co-curricular programming (as a club supervisor, coach, etc.) and outdoor education experiences
• Adhere to and advocate for our Child Safeguarding Policy and best practices in child protection
• Collaborate daily with relevant colleagues to enable effective co-planning, co-teaching, and co-assessment
• Contribute actively and thoughtfully in faculty meetings, collaborating with colleagues to enhance student learning and school initiatives
• Engage enthusiastically in school events and parent meetings, fostering strong connections within the school community and supporting student success
• Lead by example with respectful, clear, and timely communication, fostering trust and meaningful connections with students, colleagues, and parents
• Embrace opportunities for growth by actively engaging in professional development and continually enhancing your skills to inspire and elevate the learning community
• Endorse the school's Guiding Statements

Required Qualifications:

• Fluent speaker of Spanish, with strong English communication skills
• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching Spanish Language in a secondary school setting
• Must be eligible to obtain a visa to work in Japan
• Must have a teaching certification and/or relevant academic qualification

Preferred Experience and Qualities (in no particular order):

• 5+ years of relevant teaching experience
• Successful experience teaching Spanish in the IB MYP or DP
• Advanced degree in Spanish literature, language pedagogy, or related field
• Knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate programmes
• Demonstrated ability to support the diverse learning needs of students in a class and to collaborate effectively with Learning Support specialists
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for connecting with students beyond the classroom, through athletics, co-curriculars, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong organizational, communication, administrative and interpersonal skills

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

In order to provide the best possible learning environment for our highly diverse, multicultural, international student population, Canadian Academy actively seeks to recruit teachers from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in international school faculties. You are warmly encouraged to apply, and invited to reach out for more information about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.