Bilingual (Spanish) Teacher

POSITION (S): Bilingual (Spanish) Teacher

REQUIREMENTS:

•New Jersey Teaching Certification in a content area () AND Bilingual Bicultural certification (Please review the requirements: )

SALARY/STIPEND:As Per Contractual Agreement

LOCATION:To Be Announced

STARTING DATE:To Be Announced

**Please be advised that the position you are applying for may be either

permanent or for a leave replacement position (depending on the District's need)**

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CERTIFICATION SUPPORT:
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Bilingual Spanish Teacher

A Bilingual Teacher in New Jersey (NJ) provides instruction to students who are learning English as a second language, fostering English proficiency and academic achievement while also supporting their cultural understanding and development.

Here's a more detailed look at the role:

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction:

• Deliver instruction in both the native language and English, adapting to the diverse needs of learners.

• Plan and implement lessons aligned with the Common Core Standards and state curriculum guidelines.

• Provide differentiated instruction to meet the varying needs of students.

• Use data to inform instruction and track student progress.

Student Support:

• Assist students in learning English and understanding American culture and the community.

• Provide individual, small, and large group instruction as needed.

• Establish and maintain a positive and productive classroom environment.

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with other teachers, staff, and parents to support student learning.

• Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Assessment:

• Regularly evaluate student progress and prepare progress reports.

• Use a variety of assessment methods to monitor student learning.

Other Duties:

• May be responsible for selecting and requisitioning instructional materials.

• May assist with the implementation of individual educational plans for students with special needs.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in education or a related field.

• Certifications: New Jersey Teacher of Bilingual/Bicultural Education certificate.

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in both English and the relevant native language of the students.

• Experience: Prior teaching experience, especially with diverse learners, is often preferred.

• Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Jersey City Public Schools maintains a pool of qualified candidates for potential teaching positions. Please note that this posting:

• Does not guarantee placement at a specific school.
• Does not confirm that a vacant position is currently available to be filled.

Certification Requirements
To be considered for a teaching position, you must hold a valid, fully granted NJDOE certification.

• Mandatory: Your most current NJDOE certification must be included in your application.
• Exclusions: Substitute certifications are not sufficient for these positions.
• Updating Your Profile: If your certification status changes after applying (e.g., you are granted a Certificate of Eligibility with or without advanced standing), please email Ms. Bonilla at [email protected] to ensure your profile is accurately updated in our pool of qualified applicants.

The Hiring Process

• Interview Process: Human Resources does not conduct initial interviews for teaching positions. These are handled directly by school administration. They will contact you directly should they have an opening.
• Selection: Should a need arise, school principals will review the candidate pool to select candidates for an interview. Interviews may be in person, virtual, and could include demonstration lessons.
• Onboarding: Human Resources will follow up with selected candidates to guide them through the onboarding process.

Helpful Resources

• NJDOE Certification Page
• Apply for Teaching Certification
• Alternate Route Pathway
• NJDOE Reciprocity (Out-of-State)