Dual-Language Elementary Teacher (Spanish/English)

TrulyHired; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Public Schools seeks a Spanish Dual-Language Immersion classroom teacher to provide standards‑based instruction in Spanish alongside an English tutor. The position emphasizes building rapport with students, adapting to learners, and fostering citizenship and personal growth in a bilingual setting with balanced English and Spanish instruction.

The teacher will develop lesson plans aligned with SOL standards, support second language acquisition, and maintain positive relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in education or related field.
• Virginia license endorsement to teach elementary school; native or near-native English and Spanish.
• Familiarity with second language acquisition pedagogy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in a program of study aligned with grade level standards.
• Uses sheltered instruction and cooperative learning to support dual-language immersion.
• Teaches citizenship and core content areas per state regulations and district policies.
• Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with SOL standards; offers individual and small-group instruction.
• Translates plans into engaging learning experiences to maximize instructional time.
• Maintains classroom standards and positive behavior supports; communicates with families about progress.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in education or related field

Virginia Provisional/Collegiate/Postgraduate License with elementary endorsement

Job description

Newport News Public Schools seeks a Spanish Dual-Language Immersion classroom teacher to provide standards‑based instruction in Spanish alongside an English tutor. The position emphasizes building rapport with students, adapting to learners, and fostering citizenship and personal growth in a bilingual setting with balanced English and Spanish instruction.

The teacher will develop lesson plans aligned with SOL standards, support second language acquisition, and maintain positive relationships