Elementary ESL Teacher - Bilingual & Literacy Advocate

Freehold Borough School District

Freehold (NJ)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 63,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Freehold Borough Public Schools is seeking an ESL Teacher (Elementary) at Freehold Learning Center to support multilingual learners. The position requires NJ bilingual and elementary certifications, with additional certificates considered a plus. Salary is commensurate with experience; comprehensive benefits are provided.

The district serves Pre-K to 8 and is located in Monmouth County, NJ. Closing date 10/16/2026.

Qualifications

Be knowledgeable of New Jersey Student Learning Standards, WIDA, and TESOL standards
Be knowledgeable in best practices in Bilingual/Bicultural education, English as a Second Language, Sheltered English Instruction, and Balanced Literacy
Be knowledgeable of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles
Be able to develop and implement effective instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of multilingual learners
Be knowledgeable of the use of data to drive instruction and student growth
Possess the skills and knowledge to create a safe classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the development and interests of the students
Possess proven interpersonal communication skills
Be familiar with ACCESS testing
Show experience in carrying out language and reading assessments
Work cooperatively with subject area teachers

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction to multilingual learners and adapt lessons to diverse student needs
Collaborate with subject-area teachers to support literacy and language development
Implement data-driven instruction to monitor student growth and progress
Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment suitable for elementary students