Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, Two Way Immersion (SY 25-26)

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Una escuela innovadora busca un maestro de Pre-Kindergarten para un programa de inmersión bilingüe. El candidato ideal debe tener un alto nivel de competencia en español e inglés y experiencia en entornos multiculturales. Esta emocionante oportunidad implica diseñar un currículo que sea activo y apropiado para el desarrollo de estudiantes de diversos orígenes. La posición ofrece un entorno colaborativo donde la diversidad es valorada, y se espera que el maestro involucre a las familias en las actividades escolares. Si tienes pasión por la educación inclusiva, esta es la oportunidad perfecta para ti.

Qualifications

• Licenciatura en educación con enfoque en adquisición de lenguas.
• Certificaciones requeridas para la enseñanza de niños pequeños.

Responsibilities

• Proporcionar instrucción en español (80%) y en inglés (20%).
• Colaborar con equipos de docentes y especialistas en educación.

Skills

Proficiencia en español

Proficiencia en inglés

Experiencia en entornos multiculturales

Prácticas culturalmente receptivas

Education

Licenciatura o superior en educación

Certificación de Massachusetts: PreK-2

Certificación de lengua extranjera (español) PreK-6

Job description

Position :

Pre-Kindergarten 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.

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 Pre-Kindergarten Two-Way teacher will provide instruction to students in Spanish (80%) and English (20%) within a self-contained classroom. The successful candidate will collaborate with grade-level, cluster, and whole-school teams of teachers, including specialists in ESL, SSL, and Special Education. This individual must plan and implement a curriculum that is academically and linguistically active, developmentally appropriate, and socially/culturally responsive to the needs of the dual language student population. They will have experience in planning, implementing, and adapting an ongoing curriculum that aligns with the Massachusetts State Frameworks and the local Cambridge Learning Expectations for CPP. Additionally, they will work collaboratively with parents and guardians to involve them in classroom activities and school-wide events. Other related duties as assigned.

Your Skill Set :

As the incoming PreKindergarten Teacher, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university, 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 (required).
• Familiarity with and appreciation of PreKindergarten students, their needs, and interests.
• 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: Early Childhood PreK-2; Foreign Language (Spanish) Certification PreK-6, with appropriate courses in the instruction of young children.

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.