Leave Replacement Language Spanish Teacher FHS

2026 - 2027 School Year

From 11/30/2026-12/1/2027

Franklin High School

The Franklin Township School District is committed to offering instruction in World Languages to all students. At the core of our department is a belief in consistent, meaningful study of a second language that fosters respect for cultural and linguistic diversity.

The department seeks innovative candidates with strong interpersonal skills in order to collaborate on developing relevant and purposeful curriculum. Our goal is to prepare students for life beyond high school by promoting interaction with people of other cultures, by making connections to other disciplines, and by using authentic materials and tasks to prepare learners for authentic language experiences.

The Leave Replacement shall provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum. Key instructional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• To plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program that guides and encourages students to develop proficiency and fulfill their academic potential.
• To integrate technology to develop students' media and digital literacies.
• To differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learner styles and abilities.
• To collaborate meaningfully with colleagues for the continuous improvement of teaching and learning.

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required:
  Teacher of Spanish
• Bilingual or Multilingual
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

10 - Month Contract. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position in the 26/27 School Year is Step 1 BA/BS ($68,023) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380), prorated based on start date. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

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