World Language Teacher

POSITION (S): World Language Teacher (Various Languages)

REQUIREMENTS:

•New Jersey Teaching Certification in appropriate area

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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World Language Teacher

A New Jersey World Language Teacher job involves instructing students in a foreign language, fostering cultural understanding, and developing their skills in comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing, while also adhering to state standards and district policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction and Curriculum:

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) and district curriculum.
• Teach aural comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the target language.
• Promote cultural awareness and understanding of the countries where the language is spoken.
• Adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs and abilities of students.
• Use various instructional strategies, including technology, to enhance learning.

Assessment and Evaluation:

• Regularly assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate student performance to parents and administrators.
• Identify student learning needs and collaborate with other professionals to address them.

Classroom Management and Professional Development:

• Establish and maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with parents, students, and colleagues.

Other Responsibilities:

• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities.
• Participate in school-level planning, committees, and extracurricular activities.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
• Make effective use of community resources to enhance the instructional program.

Qualifications:

• Hold a New Jersey Teacher of World Language Certificate.
• Knowledge of NJSLS and mandated state testing.
• Strong communication, organization, and teaching skills.
• Experience teaching secondary students preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology to enhance instruction.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and a passion for language and culture.

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)