Spanish Teacher (TCH-0384) - Anticipated

Washington Township Schools; Township of Washington (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Township High School in New Jersey seeks a dedicated High School Spanish teacher to deliver instruction in the foreign language program and align lessons with state standards. The ideal candidate will promote engaging activities and diverse assessment practices to support student growth.

Requirements include a valid NJ Certification for Spanish, proficiency benchmarks per ACTFL and NJ World Language Standards, and the ability to collaborate with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ Certification for Teacher of Spanish
• Advanced low on OPI for speaking
• Knowledge of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in ELA, NJ World Language Standards and ACTFL Proficiency Standards
• Working knowledge of Integrated Performance Assessments
• Good understanding of rubrics in both formative and summative assessment
• Flexibility to travel between buildings and levels, if necessary
• Strong English communication skills for parent communication
• Strong interpersonal skills (collaborating with colleagues, parents, students and administration on a regular basis)
• Enthusiastic advocate for world languages and ability to engage elementary students in differentiated activities
• Strong understanding of the Spanish culture and differences within Spanish-speaking countries
• Teacher toolbox that incorporates instructional strategies in all four modes and communicative approach at Novice to Intermediate language levels

Skills

OPI speaking proficiency

World language standards

Assessment rubrics

Differentiated instruction

Education

NJ Certification for Spanish teacher

Job description

Position Type

High School Teaching/Foreign Language - Spanish

Date Posted

10/12/2026

Location

Washington Township High School

Date Available

TBD

Closing Date

10/22/2026

Required Criteria

• Valid NJ Certification for Teacher of Spanish and advanced low on OPI for speaking
• Knowledge of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in ELA, NJ World Language Standards and ACTFL Proficiency Standards
• Working knowledge of Integrated Performance Assessments
• Good understanding of rubrics in both formative and summative assessment
• Flexibility to travel between buildings and levels, if necessary
• Strong English communication skills for parent communication
• Strong interpersonal skills (collaborating with colleagues, parents, students and administration on a regular basis)
• Enthusiastic advocate for world languages and ability to engage elementary students in differentiated activities
• Strong understanding of the Spanish culture and differences within Spanish-speaking countries
• Teacher toolbox that incorporates instructional strategies in all four modes and communicative approach at Novice to Intermediate language levels

Preferred Criteria

• AATSP, FLENJ membership encouraged
• Additional certifications in French and/or German
• Knowledge of Seal of Biliteracy
• Teacher with personal experience in/traveled to Spanish speaking country

Salary Range

$65,470 - $99,701