Spanish/English Dual Language Program Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amherst Pelham Regional School District is seeking candidates for an elementary teacher in our Spanish/English Dual Language program. This is a full-time, school-year position. Applicants must hold a valid MA DESE license PreK-2 and/or K-6, bilingual preferred.

Bi-lingual, bi-cultural applicants encouraged; additional licenses welcome. Cover letter should describe relevant experience. Amethyst Brook Dual Language Mission Statement highlights celebrating cultures and developing bilingual and

Qualifications

• Eligible to hold MA DESE license PreK-2 or K-6.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Strong planning, collaboration, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a Spanish/English Dual Language program to meet grade-level standards.
• Create a safe, welcoming classroom and support language and academic growth.
• Collaborate with staff to serve diverse student needs.

Skills

Bilingual Education

Spanish Language

Collaboration

Education

Massachusetts DESE License: PreK-2 / K-6

Job description

Spanish/English Dual Language Program Teacher

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This job is also posted in Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5878766

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

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.

In your cover letter please provide a brief description of any experience that you feel will prove helpful in the work for which you are applying. Give any additional information that will afford a clearer interpretation of your qualifications which may include any verifiable work performed on a voluntary basis.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher > Elementary


• Classroom Teacher > Language: Spanish

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Damany Gordon


• 170 Chestnut Street


• Human Resources


• Amherst, Massachusetts 01002


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]