Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in Colorado

A Foreign Language Teacher in secondary education is responsible for teaching students a new language, as well as educating them about the culture, history, and traditions associated with that language. Their duties include developing lesson plans, instructing students in grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure, and providing instruction on listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the foreign language. The teacher may also organize cultural activities and events to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the language they are studying.

Important skills for a Foreign Language Teacher include excellent communication and instructional skills, patience, cultural sensitivity, and creativity in teaching methods. They must have a strong command of the language they're teaching, both written and spoken. Certification typically involves a Bachelor's degree in teaching or a relevant field and a state teaching certification, with additional certification or endorsement in teaching the specific foreign language. Prior to becoming a Foreign Language Teacher, an individual might have roles such as a Language Tutor, Teacher's Assistant, or an ESL (English as a Second Language) Instructor.

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EC/LS/MS Spanish Teacher

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 8 days ago

planning and rigorous assessment Provide regular and useful student feedback and maintain assessment records Communicate with students and families on a regular basis Know the developmental and academic...

High School Spanish Teacher (25/26 School Year)

  • Denver, CO
  • 20 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 20 days ago

By differentiating learning experiences, the teacher ensures all students develop linguistic and cultural competence while meeting the 20-credit graduation requirement for foreign languages....

2025-26 - Teacher 70% - High School Spanish - Wellington

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 20 days ago

Lesson plans and learning activities. Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students' assignments and assessments....

Upper School Spanish Teacher

  • Vail, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vail, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Skilled in lesson planning, supporting diverse learners, and managing classrooms effectively....

ISD Secondary Science Teacher

  • Ignacio, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ignacio, CO
  • 30+ days ago

IGNACIO SCHOOL DISTRICT 11 JT CLASSROOM TEACHER The classroom teacher is responsible for providing motivating lessons and opportunities for each learner, establishing standards of expected student...

(2025-2026) Certified Spanish Teacher

  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 26 days ago
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 26 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Crystal River Elementary School Date Available: 08/06/2025    Our mission is to ensure that every student...

Part Time K-7 Spanish Teacher - School Year 2025-2026

  • Parker, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 30+ days ago

teaching strategies, preparation of materials, and other issues that impact lesson plans and student achievement....

High School Spanish Teacher

  • Denver, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 45+ days ago

Small class sizes of 12-14 students facilitates differentiated instruction....

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Salary for Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in Colorado

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Foreign Language Teachers in Colorado offer the following education background
Master's Degree
43.6%
Bachelor's Degree
32.4%
Doctorate Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
5.9%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Foreign Language Teachers in Colorado
Less than 1 year
34.2%
1-2 years
26.3%
None
18.7%
2-4 years
12.7%
6-8 years
5.1%
10+ years
3.0%


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