Grade 3 Teacher, Two-Way Immersion Spanish/English, (SY 25-26)

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Grade 3 Teacher for a Two-Way Immersion program. This role emphasizes bilingual education, fostering a culturally rich environment where students thrive academically and socially. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to equity in education, creativity in teaching, and the ability to engage with a diverse student population. Join a community dedicated to excellence in bilingual education and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners. If you are ready to inspire and cultivate a love for learning in both Spanish and English, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with coursework in language acquisition.
• High proficiency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in multicultural environments and implementing responsive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in Spanish and English in a self-contained classroom.
• Plan and implement a linguistically active curriculum for dual language students.
• Collaborate with teachers and engage parents in school activities.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English

Creativity in dual language teaching

Culturally responsive practices

Collaboration with parents and guardians

Understanding of third-grade student needs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Massachusetts Certification in Foreign Language Certification 1-6 (Spanish)

Coursework in first and second language acquisition

Job description

Position :

Grade 3 Teacher, Two Way Immersion (Spanish/English)

Amigos School

Amigos School Community:

La Escuela Amigos está dedicada a una sólida tradición de excelencia en la educación bilingüe del inglés y el español.

Amigos is a comprehensive Pre K–8 school located in the Cambridgeport neighborhood. Amigos welcomes students from diverse communities and cultural backgrounds. Through school-community collaborations, Amigos strives to provide quality out-of-school-time programs that foster linguistic and cultural connections.

Two-way immersion develops high levels of academic achievement, bilingualism, and cultural competencies among students and contributes to the long-term preparation of students for the global economy. Bringing culturally diverse students together in situations in which each has equal status spurs motivation and promotes cohesion, community building, and cooperation.

The Opportunity :

The Third Grade Two-Way teacher will provide students with instruction in Spanish and English in a self-contained classroom. The successful candidate will:

• Work cooperatively with grade-level, cluster, and whole-school teams of teachers, including specialists in the areas of ESL, SSL, and Special Education.
• Plan and implement an academically and linguistically active curriculum that is developmentally appropriate and socially/culturally responsive to the needs of the dual language student population.
• Have experience planning, implementing, and adapting an ongoing curriculum, which is based on the Massachusetts State Frameworks, as well as the local Cambridge Learning Expectations for third grade.
• Work collaboratively with parents and guardians to engage them in classroom activities and school-wide events.
• Be a thoughtful and reflective practitioner who demonstrates intellectual curiosity by asking insightful questions.

Your Skill Set :

As the incoming Third Grade Teacheryou will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university required, including coursework in first and second language acquisition.
• High levels or native language proficiency in Spanish and English, including listening, speaking, reading, grammar and writing.
• Familiarity with and appreciation of third-grade students, their needs, and interests.
• Creativity and passion for dual language and anti-racist teaching.
• Previous and successful experience working in a multicultural environment and demonstrated implementation of culturally responsive practices that includes students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Required Massachusetts Certification in Foreign Language Certification 1-6 (Spanish), Elementary 1-6.

How to Join Our Team:

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills, experience, and commitment to equity in education meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.