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Bilingual (Spanish) Teacher

Jersey City Public Schools

Jersey City, NJ

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About the role

POSITION (S):                Bilingual (Spanish) Teacher

 

REQUIREMENTS:

•New Jersey Teaching Certification in a content area (https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/teachers/#specs) AND Bilingual Bicultural certification (Please review the requirements: https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/teachers/endorsementsinstr/pdf/1480.pdf)

 

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)** 

**Please Upload All Teaching Certificates**

 

CERTIFICATION SUPPORT:
Alternate Route: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GZOYZZIsrCTRJMpYQd2snM_q6d8XpBMmB3S4lgGKrjw/edit?usp=sharing
NJEdCert: https://njdoe.my.site.com/manage/s/

 

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.


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