• Spanish Immersion Preschool Teacher

    Action Day Schools (San Jose, CA)


    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