Teacher World Language K-5

Todoele; Paterson (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools seeks a World Language teacher for grades K-5 for on-site, full-time work at Public School No. 28/Paterson Academy of the Gifted & Talented and Public School No. 12.

Hold a New Jersey Teacher of World Language Certificate (Spanish) or Elementary K-6 certificate and demonstrate knowledge of foreign language teaching, assessment, and classroom management. Strong communication in English and another language is required.

Qualifications

• Hold a New Jersey World Language or Elementary K-6 teaching certificate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of foreign language instruction and assessment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and another language.
• Proficient with technology to augment learning and data-driven instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach world language to K-5 students at designated schools.
• Utilize data to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
• Communicate with students, families, and staff in English and another language.

Skills

World language instruction

Classroom management

Assessment & data use

English & second language comms

Digital learning tech

Computer literacy

Education

NJ World Language or Elementary K-6 certificate

Spanish credential preferred

Tools

MS Office

Digital presentation tools

Job description

Paterson Public Schools seeks a World Language teacher for grades K-5. School locations: Public School No. 28/Paterson Academy of the Gifted & Talented and Public School No. 12.

The position is full time and on site, pending budget availability.

Hold a New Jersey Teacher of World Language Certificate (Spanish) or Elementary K-6 certificate. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of teaching a foreign language. Knowledge of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, and classroom management. Knowledge of assessment and data analysis for instructional purposes. Ability to communicate effectively in English and in another language, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, parents, administrators and the community. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community. Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, digital technology to augment authentic learning, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications. Must be computer literate. Highly motivated result-driven educator.

The district may also accept such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled. The posting went up on 27 September 2026.

Enquiries: [e-mail].

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community it serves.