Spanish/English Dual Language Program Teacher

TrulyHired; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Amherst Public School District is seeking an elementary teacher for a Spanish/English Dual Language program for the school year. The role requires a MA DESE license PreK-2 or K-6 and a strong commitment to bilingual education.

Successful candidates will plan engaging lessons, create an inclusive classroom environment, and collaborate with colleagues to support all students’ academic, language, and social-emotional development.

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual, bi-cultural applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Experience planning and implementing a dual language program.
• Experience creating inclusive, engaging lessons for mixed language learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a Spanish/English Dual Language program aligned to grade level standards.
• Create a safe, welcoming classroom that supports academic, language and social-emotional growth.
• Collaborate with staff to meet diverse student needs and equity goals.

Skills

Bilingual education

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Massachusetts DESE license PreK-2 or K-6

Job description

Job Description

The Amherst Public School District is currently seeking candidates for an elementary teacher in our Spanish/English Dual Language program. This is a full-time and school-year position.

Preferred Qualifications

A successful candidate will be enthusiastic about and committed to bilingual education and the program mission. The individual will demonstrate the ability to plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students in acquiring grade level content knowledge and Spanish Language skills. Furthermore, the individual will create a safe and welcoming classroom environment that is conducive to learning, develops students' academic, language, and social-emotional skills, and reflects the cultures of the student population. Successful candidates will effectively collaborate to meet diverse student needs.

Job Requirements

Applicants must hold a valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as a PreK- 2 and/or K-6 teacher. Bi-lingual, bi-cultural applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Preferred candidates may also hold an additional license in any of the following areas: Bilingual Education Endorsement, Special Education license, ESL license, SEI Endorsement, or Spanish Foreign Language at the appropriate grade level.

Amethyst Brook Dual Language Mission Statement

Amethyst Brook Dual Language Program celebrates and integrates the cultures of all of our students, families, and staff. The Dual Language Program appreciates, nurtures, and challenges all of our individual students to reach their fullest potential as learners and global citizens. The Dual Language Program promotes equity by developing culturally competent, bilingual and biliterate students prepared for economic and social leadership in our community and world.