Bilingual (Spanish) Kindergarten Teacher
Paterson Public Schools - Paterson, NJ
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Bilingual (Spanish) Kindergarten Teacher at Paterson Public Schools is responsible for providing a supportive and positive learning environment for students. This role requires the teacher to assume professional responsibility for the learning experiences and supervision of assigned students, ensuring that they receive quality education in accordance with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) and mandated state testing requirements. The teacher will work closely with students, staff, parents, and the community to foster effective communication and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess a New Jersey Instructional Teacher Certification with a Bilingual Endorsement, demonstrating their capability to teach in both English and Spanish. The teacher will be expected to create engaging lesson plans, assess student progress, and adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students. Experience working with elementary, middle, or high school students is essential, as is the ability to maintain a positive classroom climate that encourages student participation and learning. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher will also engage in professional development activities to enhance their teaching skills and stay updated with educational best practices. This full-time position requires a commitment to the educational success of students and the ability to work collaboratively within the school community.
Responsibilities
- Provide learning experiences and supervision for assigned students in a supportive classroom environment.
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with NJSLS and state testing requirements.
- Assess student progress and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and the community in both English and Spanish.
- Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
- Maintain a positive classroom climate that encourages student participation and learning.
Requirements
- New Jersey Instructional Teacher Certification with Bilingual Endorsement.
- Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) and mandated state testing.
- Experience working with elementary, middle, or high school students.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish.
- Classroom experience and supervising experience.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
