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)**
**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/
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 sbonilla@jcboe.org 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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