Director of Spanish Immersion
Summary: The Director of Spanish Immersion is responsible for guiding and developing the Spanish Immersion program by supporting PreK–12th grade Spanish Immersion teachers, students, and parents. This individual models a servant’s heart and promotes an attitude of respect, teamwork, and professionalism. The Director supports the mission of RCS across all divisions—Lower, Middle, and Upper School—through prayer, encouragement, accountability, and a commitment to Godly excellence.
Program Development and Leadership
• Maintain regular communication with principals and academic deans regarding immersion-related initiatives and needs.
• Collaborate with the Lower School Principal and Chief Business Officer to develop and manage the Spanish Immersion budget.
• Ensure that the academic, linguistic, and cultural goals of the immersion program are met in all grade levels.
• Gather and analyze data to support program evaluation and school-wide academic development.
• Lead all immersion-specific hiring processes in collaboration with the LS principal and HR, including candidate recruitment, communication, and interviews.
• Partner with Academic Deans to evaluate and adopt curriculum and instructional resources.
• Research and secure appropriate Spanish texts and resources for classrooms and libraries
. • Organize and lead the annual cultural event that celebrates the diversity and richness of Spanish-speaking cultures.
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Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university required.
• Minimum two years of related experience and/or training in dual-language or immersion education preferred. • Advanced proficiency in Spanish (C1 or higher) required.
• Prior leadership experience in immersion education strongly preferred.
Credentials, Certificates, and Licenses
• A bilingual education or immersion teaching certificate is recommended.
• Support for ACSI professional certification will be provided through collaboration with the Lower School Principal and HR department.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of certification.
Time Requirements
• Regular on-campus hours: 40 hours per week
• Summer schedule: 20 days
Qualifications
- A bilingual education or immersion teaching certificate is recommended.
- Support for ACSI professional certification will be provided through collaboration with the Lower School Principal and HR department.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of certification.
Redlands Christian Schools is a community of 1400 students nestled in the heart of the Inland Empire in Redlands, California. We are 1 hour from the mountains resorts of Big Bear, the heart of Los Angeles and the desert beauty of Joshua Tree National Park. We offer excellent medical, dental, vision, life and retirement benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth. Get to know us!
