Middle School Spanish Teacher- 6th-8th Grade- 2026/2027 SY

LEAP Academy University Charter School; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 46,750 - 63,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, prescription and

Vision coverage

NJ Pension (TPAF)

Job summary

LEAP Academy University Charter School in Camden, NJ is seeking a Spanish Teacher to lead instruction for assigned students in designated subject matter. The role involves developing lesson plans aligned with district goals, fostering a safe classroom, and using data-driven methods to improve student outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, NJ teaching certification, and experience in urban settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• NJ state teacher certification (or eligible for reciprocity)
• Experience and comfort working directly in an urban classroom setting
• Documented experience using data-driven instruction to achieve significant student gains

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum consistent with LEAP's district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects with Principal and Chief Academic Officer appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Skills

Urban classroom experience

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

POSITION:

Spanish Teacher

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Assumes responsibility for the instruction of assigned students in designated subject matter area in accordance with the course of study approved by the Board

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• Required NJ state teacher certification (New Jersey Standard Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE) or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or be eligible for reciprocity with an out-of-state certificate)
• Experience and comfort working directly in an urban classroom setting
• Documented experience using data-driven instruction to achieve significant student gains

Reports To

School Principal

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum consistent with LEAP's district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects with Principal and Chief Academic Officer appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Chief Academic Officer.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Ten-month contracted position per negotiated CBA.

EVALUATION:

According to state statute and rule and board policy.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage
• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation

SALARY GRADE/RANGE:

Starting at $55,000

STATUS:

Exempt