The Stony Brook School is seeking an experienced and innovative educator to teach Spanish beginning August 2021. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a Christian academic institution as a member of a talented and dedicated faculty. All candidates should have a demonstrable Christian commitment and an educational philosophy that is consistent with The Stony Brook School’s mission statement. Candidates with departmental leadership experience or potential may also be considered for our open World Languages Department Chair opening. Applicants should express their interest in exploring this role in their cover letters.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or a related field required, with a master’s degree strongly preferred
• Three or more years of teaching experience
• High energy, high career ambition, and strong ability to connect with teenagers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Eagerness to serve in a faith-based learning environment that emphasizes faithful Christian scholarship and character formation
• Proficiency with technology and a desire to incorporate technology into the classroom
• Ability to differentiate instruction effectively in block periods
• Experience working as part of a collaborative team of teachers
• Ability to interact professionally with parents and school community members
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and lifelong learning
• Desire to contribute to various aspects of school life (advisor, dorm parent, coach, club sponsor)
• Ability to help hire, develop, evaluate, and support the World Language Department Faculty
• Vision to work with the Academic Dean to develop the World Language program

In addition to the typical teaching load of four to five sections of class and four sessions of mini-courses, Stony Brook faculty members contribute to all aspects of boarding school life, including evening and weekend supervisory duties, coaching, chaperoning, proctoring study halls, and overseeing meals. The Stony Brook School particularly seeks candidates who are enthusiastic about possibly living in a dormitory apartment and providing residential life leadership.  Compensation is commensurate with experience and education and includes housing, some utilities, meals, excellent health insurance, and a retirement plan.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume/C.V. to Jackie Mihaley, Executive Administrative Assistant to the Head of School (Jackie.Mihaley@sbs.org). Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.