Dual Language Teacher

Position Type:
Teaching Opportunities 2026/2027 School Year

Date Posted:
9/2/2026

Location:
Jersey City Public Schools

Closing Date:
12/31/2026
POSITION (S): Dual Language Teacher

REQUIREMENTS:

• New Jersey Teaching Certification in appropriate area

SALARY/STIPEND:As Per Contractual Agreement

LOCATION:To Be Announced

STARTING DATE:To Be Announced

**Please be advised that the position you are applying for may be either

permanent or for a leave replacement position (depending on the District's need)**


**Please Upload All Teaching Certificates**

CERTIFICATION SUPPORT:
Alternate Route:
NJEdCert:

Dual Language Teacher

A Dual Language Teacher in New Jersey, like a bilingual teacher, is responsible for educating students in a bilingual setting, typically in English and another language, preparing lesson plans, teaching classes, assessing student performance, and collaborating with other educators.


Here's a more detailed breakdown of the role:

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction:

• Deliver instruction in both English and the target language, ensuring students develop proficiency in both.
• Teach core curriculum content standards in both languages.
• Create and implement engaging and effective lesson plans and activities that cater to diverse learning needs.
• Use a variety of teaching methods and strategies to promote language acquisition and academic learning.

Assessment:

• Assess student progress and performance in both languages, using a variety of methods.
• Provide regular feedback to students and parents on their progress.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.

Curriculum Development:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the dual language program curriculum.
• Translate materials and resources as needed.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Maintain open and effective communication with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and specialists to support student learning.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.

Supporting Students:

• Assist students with learning English and understanding the culture of America and the community.
• Ensure a supportive and positive classroom climate that fosters student engagement and learning.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate student records.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the overall success of the dual language program.

Jersey City Public Schools maintains a pool of qualified candidates for potential teaching positions. Please note that this posting:

• Does not guarantee placement at a specific school.
• Does not confirm that a vacant position is currently available to be filled.

Certification Requirements
To be considered for a teaching position, you must hold a valid, fully granted NJDOE certification.

• Mandatory: Your most current NJDOE certification must be included in your application.
• Exclusions: Substitute certifications are not sufficient for these positions.
• Updating Your Profile: If your certification status changes after applying (e.g., you are granted a Certificate of Eligibility with or without advanced standing), please email Ms. Bonilla at View email address on click.appcast.io to ensure your profile is accurately updated in our pool of qualified applicants.

The Hiring Process

• Interview Process: Human Resources does not conduct initial interviews for teaching positions. These are handled directly by school administration. They will contact you directly should they have an opening.
• Selection: Should a need arise, school principals will review the candidate pool to select candidates for an interview. Interviews may be in person, virtual, and could include demonstration lessons.
• Onboarding: Human Resources will follow up with selected candidates to guide them through the onboarding process.

Helpful Resources

• NJDOE Certification Page
• Apply for Teaching Certification
• Alternate Route Pathway
• NJDOE Reciprocity (Out-of-State)