Join the Mariposas Team!
Want to join a professional growing organization that is local and committed to quality classes for children? We are always looking for great team members that want to make a difference in the lives of others and believe in the importance of community, team work, teaching, and cultural awareness.
Mariposas is currently searching for a Part Time Assistant or Lead Teacher for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. Training is flexible and begins in the fall of 2024 or spring of 2025. We always welcome volunteers or interns to train with us and start a teaching career!
Teaching Opportunities
Mariposas Spanish School is currently searching for the perfect teacher to collaborate with us! Mariposas is a small local program that has been offering Spanish classes to children ages 2-10 years since 1999. We are a group of dedicated traveling teachers that bring Spanish learning to students at private and public schools. We create our own lessons and materials exclusively for our students. In our classes, we promote fun-filled learning with an emphasis on culture and respect of all individuals.
Please reach out to us if you would like to work with Mariposas. We provide all the classroom material & training you need to teach our unique curriculum to our students. The Mariposas environment is based on teamwork, collaboration, support and opportunities to share and grow. And we do our best to support your schedule!
Assistant to Spanish Teacher: Part Time
We are currently hiring a native Spanish speaker that is interested in gaining teaching experience with children ages 2-10. The goal of our assistants is to gain teaching skills in order to become a lead teacher. We will support and guide you through every step of the way!
Buckle up as we enjoy traveling to different locations to share our language with children. You don’t have to be stuck in the classroom all day, and you can enjoy Austin’s scenery as you go to classes. The position begins mid September 2024. It can be part time with the potential to move to full time. Training can begin as soon as September of 2024. Schedules are flexible, position is part time (5-18 hours per week). All hours are M-F.
Requirements:
Native Spanish Speaker (or close)
Must love working with children ages 2-10 and have a general understanding of the Latin culture.
Must be open to learning about our program and receiving constructive feedback.
Must be a US Citizen or have a Work Visa/Number
Qualities: Creative, Fun, Responsible, Self-Motivated, Team Player, Independent Worker & Organized.
Must have reliable transportation & enjoy driving.
Pre-employment background check is required.
Compensation: Based on experience.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to: info@mariposasspanish.com
Lead Spanish Teacher: Part Time
We are currently hiring a native Spanish speaker with teaching experience specifically with children ages 2-10. We are a small, fun & supportive team whose purpose is to teach while having fun! Buckle up as we enjoy traveling to different locations to share our language with children. You don’t have to be stuck in the classroom all day, and you can enjoy Austin’s scenery as you go to classes. The position begins January 2025 with training in December. It can be part time with the potential to move to full time. Training can begin as soon as April of 2024. Schedules are flexible, position is part time (5-18 hours per week). All hours are M-F.
Requirements:
Native Spanish Speaker (or close)
Must love working with children ages 2-10 and have a general understanding of the Latin culture.
Minimum 1-3 years experience working with children. Otherwise, apply for assistant/intern position.
Must be open to learning about our program and receiving constructive feedback.
Must be a US Citizen or have a Work Visa/Number
Qualities: Creative, Fun, Responsible, Self-Motivated, Team Player, Independent Worker & Organized.
Must have reliable transportation & enjoy driving.
Pre-employment background check is required.
Compensation: Based on experience.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to: info@mariposasspanish.com
Program Coordinator Position
Position Filled
Help us keep our students, teachers and office organized! Mariposas is looking for a Program Coordinator that can help with enrolling students, answering emails, creating classroom material, communicate with staff & customers plus update website & social media .
Are you detail oriented, organized, self motivated and love talking with people? We are looking to begin training you immediately for part time work beginning fall 2023.
Hours (5-12/wk) are flexible with hybrid option to work from home and our office. AISD holiday breaks. Monday-Friday.
Qualities:
Working knowledge of Spanish.
Creative, Organized & Self Motivated
Team player
Must be organized and punctual.
Positive attitude.
Requirements:
Experience working in customer service.
Experience Squarespace & Social Media.
Proficient with Mac OSX, Social Media (Facebook, Google+, YouTube, etc.)
Able to quickly learn to navigate an online registration platform.
Great communication skills.
Please submit your resume to: info@mariposasspanish.com
“¡Hola! I wanted to let you know I got my VISA to study abroad in Spain next semester! I remember talking about hoping to get to go when I was working at Mariposas so it’s super exciting that it’s finally happening. I hope you and Yvette have been doing well- you both definitely inspired me that summer!”
Internship Opportunities
Mariposas is looking for interns who will train to eventually teach with Mariposas. The perfect candidate must be a native Spanish speaker and have some experience with children ages 2-10. This is a great opportunity for someone who is pursuing a bilingual degree in education and wants to join a growing and innovative program.
We are currently looking for interns to begin training immediately for part time to full time work beginning fall 2023.
Hours can be anywhere from 3-10 hours per week with holiday breaks. Work is mainly Monday-Friday with one Saturday a month being optional.
Teacher’s Assistant: Will work in the classroom assisting the lead teacher with students includes -reading, singing, playing games, helping with writing and comprehension. It is our hope that Teacher Assistants will become lead teachers when ready.
Office Assistant: Will work in the office to help create classroom material and help promote our program- lessons, classes, students, etc. via website and social media.
Requirements:
Native Spanish Speaker (or close)
Must love working with children ages 2-5 and/or 5-10 and have a general understanding of the Latin culture.
Office Assistant: Proficient with Mac OSX, Social Media (Facebook, Google+, YouTube, etc.)
What do you get? Experience.
Experience working with children, improved communication skills with children and adults, team collaboration, hands on work with a small yet rapidly growing local business.
Experience with marketing, graphic design & website updating.
The opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives.
The opportunity to be hired as part of the Mariposas team!!
Please submit your resume to: info@mariposasspanish.com
“¡Hola! I wanted to let you know I got my VISA to study abroad in Spain next semester! I remember talking about hoping to get to go when I was working at Mariposas so it’s super exciting that it’s finally happening. I hope you and Yvette have been doing well- you both definitely inspired me that summer!”
Volunteer Opportunities
Mariposas Spanish School would like to invite you to volunteer with us! Mariposas is a small local business that has been offering Spanish classes to children ages 2-10 years since 1999. As a volunteer, you will get to learn all about our program, our curriculum and experience the magic that happens in a classroom. You will get teaching experience and so much more!
Please reach out to us if you would like to volunteer in the classroom or office. It is our hope that our volunteers become part of the Mariposas team as teachers, assistants or administration.