ESL Teacher (Elementary)

Freehold Borough School District; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

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

Education

Bilingual Certification

Elementary Certification

Other certificates

Job description

Position Type: Instruction/ESL Teacher

Date Posted: 10/6/2026

Location: Freehold Learning Center

Date Available: 11/09/2026

Closing Date: 10/16/2026

Anticipated Vacancy SY 2026-2027

Position: ESL Teacher (Elementary)

Effective Date: November 9, 2026

Qualifications: Bilingual Certification

Elementary Certification

Other certificates are a plus

Terms: Tenure Track Position

Candidate Must:

• 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

Salary: Salary Guide Step 1: BA $58,197 MA $60,613 MA+30 $63,029

*Salary commensurate with experience

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Community: The Freehold Borough Public Schools is a Pre-K - 8 district in Monmouth County, NJ with a diverse student population of approximately 1,500 students. The district is comprised of two elementary schools and one middle school. Eighth grade students attend the Freehold Regional High School District.

Closing Date: October 16, 2026 or until filled.

EOE