**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**Title**Head of Spanish - Jefe-a de departamento de Español
**Department**Español
**Reports to**Assistant Head of Secondary School
**Location**International College Spain
We are currently seeking an exceptional Jefé de Lengua Castellana y Literatura PAI y PD to join our successful team at International College Spain. This is a rare opportunity for a passionate and skilled educator to lead both programmes within a dynamic and supportive international school environment.
The Head of Spanish will lead high-quality teaching, learning, and student outcomes within the department. The role involves driving curriculum development, coaching and supporting teachers, using data to improve student achievement, and fostering an inclusive and engaging learning culture aligned with IB best practice. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced educator who is passionate about academic excellence, innovation, and building strong relationships across the school community.
- A Degree in Hispanic Philology / Spanish Studies, Linguistics or Literary Theory (Licenciado en Filología Hispánica / Grado en Español, Lingüística, Teoría de la Literatura) plus a Master's in Teacher Training (with specialization in Spanish Language and Literature) plus Teaching experience (at least 12 months teaching Spanish Language and Literature in Secondary Education and/or Baccalaureate) or Completion of 24 ECTS credits related to the area of Spanish Language and Literature.
A Diploma/Degree in Primary Education Teaching (Magisterio) to teach Spanish Language and Literature in Primary would be advantageous but is not essential.
At least three years teaching experience is essential and experience of department leadership is desirable. preferably within an International Baccalaureate context. We are looking for a leader who is passionate about international education, creative in their thinking and a student of learning.
**THE SCHOOL**
International College Spain is an international community school that is committed to providing every child with all they need to be successful in the future.
The school was founded in 1980 by the late entrepreneur and philanthropist, Manouchehr Farhangi, and has grown to become one of the leading international IB Continuum schools in Europe.
One of the first schools in the world to provide all three IB programmes, our staff have a wealth of IB experience and knowledge leading not only to outstanding academic results but also to producing students who make a difference in the world. Our commitment to an IB education is reflected in the wealth of IBEN educators and IB trained staff at our school.
Our students come to us from over 70 different nations and our staff from over 30.
At ICS, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to promoting gender equality in all aspects of our operations, from recruitment and development to leadership opportunities and beyond.
**NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION**
The school is part of Nord Anglia Education which brings a variety of advantages and enables us to collaborate with other students, teachers and schools within the group, as well as with prestigious institutions like Juilliard and MIT.
Our teachers have access to the most comprehensive Professional Development opportunities available to international teachers through Nord Anglia University, our EmpowerUsFramework and our tailor made Masters Degree at King´s University, London.
**MADRID**
Madrid is a stunning and beautiful capital city, in the heart of Spain. Frequently voted one of the best places to live in Europe, it is a city renowned for its culture, history and architecture. The city has a vibrant nightlife filled with traditional and modern bars and restaurants from around the world. Just outside Madrid are the beautiful Guadarrama mountain range and many historical places of interest such as Segovia, Toledo and El Escorial. Madrid is regarded as one of the most tolerant and welcoming cities in the world. Its central location makes Madrid also the perfect place to explore the rest of Spain with its amazing beaches, impressive mountain ranges and historical cities such as Barcelona, Sevilla or Granada.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 42,000.00€ - 49,000.00€ per year
Work Location: In person