Please complete all application steps. Only interest submitted via the online job portal will be considered. The tentative timeline includes interviews starting in March 2026 with the goal of making a job offer by April 2026.

Upper School Spanish Teacher (AY 2026-2027)
NOTE: 10-month position; teaches two blocks for the whole academic year during the fall and spring semesters.
Start Date: Based on agreement; new academic year starts on August 1, 2026, with first day on campus on Monday, August 3, 2026.
Coed Day School, Grades JK-12, 725 Students 13820 Hagers Ferry Road, Huntersville, NC www.southlakechristian.org

Mission
SouthLake Christian Academy exists for the sake of God’s glory and mission; proclaiming the gospel, educating and discipling the whole person in all aspects of God’s reality.

A Thriving Christian School in an Idyllic Setting near Charlotte
SouthLake Christian Academy was founded in 1994 as a ministry of SouthLake Presbyterian (PCA) Church. The school started with just 23 students in grades K-3, and now enrolls 725 students in junior kindergarten through 12th grade. As the school has grown, it has broadened its program to now offer a rigorous academic program, outstanding athletics, and a deep commitment to the arts. While it is significantly larger than it was at the time of its founding, SLCA retains a smaller-school atmosphere, where all members of the community are known by name and where the distinct academic, personal, and spiritual needs of students are supported.

The vision of SouthLake Christian is that Christ may be preeminent in all things. Because of this, the SLCA community sees the school as a mission, where students are taught the gospel of Jesus Christ through daily instruction in God’s Word and integration of biblical principles into every academic, artistic, athletic, service and social endeavor. It is the school’s hope that each student and family that comes to SouthLake Christian will come to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
Upper School Teacher candidates should have experience working with high school students in individual and group settings with subject matter expertise. Candidates must be professional and supportive. The ideal candidate will help build a secure classroom environment where each student that enters feel safe and confident. They will foster strong connections with each student to prepare them to flourish spiritually, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Instruct students utilizing your understanding of Spanish curriculum. Be sure to clearly discuss your area(s) of subject expertise in your application profile, cover letter, and resume.
2. Demonstrate the ability to inspire learning and cultivate relationships with students.
3. Prepare appropriate weekly lesson plans including instructional objectives, planned activities, Biblical integration, assessments, and resources.
4. Incorporate effective classroom management and discipline procedures to provide for a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
5. Regularly review and update course curriculum guide/maps to assure the fulfillment of proper instructional priorities and pacing.
6. Model effective teacher/parent partnering through timely communication with parents in support of student learning.
7. Give evidence of a Biblical worldview and a personal spiritual commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.
8. Be committed to and in agreement with the philosophy and objectives of Southlake Christian Academy.
9. Maintain professional appearance as defined in employee handbook.
10. Exercise a high degree of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree is required and a concentration in Spanish is preferred.
- North Carolina certification preferred.
- Evidence of commitment to a local church is required.

COMPETENCIES
- Commitment to working in and fostering an inclusive community.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to cultivate strong, collaborative relationships internally and externally.
- Ability to handle confidential information and act with discretion.
- Ability to handle emergencies and stressful situations.

COMPENSATION
Salary is negotiable based on individual qualifications and will be set within range of comparable roles.

NEXT STEPS
The selection process may include one or more rounds of interviews. All communications and invitations will be sent electronically, so please provide a current email address and check your email periodically.

INTERVIEWS
Top candidates will be invited to the next round of the selection process. The first round of interviews may be scheduled as early as the week of March 30, 2026, after the spring break closure from March 23-27, 2026.

Thank you for your interest! If you have questions, please contact the hiring manager, Upper School Principal – Becky Makla, at bmakla@southlakechristian.org or Jennifer Ramos in Human Resources at jramos@southlakechristian.org.