Spanish Language Teachers; Levels

Bergen-Lafayette Montessori School (BLMS) is seeking Spanish Language Teachers to join our school community for the 2026–2027 academic year.

We serve children from 3 months through 5th grade in a bilingual (English–Spanish), mission-driven environment grounded in authentic Montessori practice, clear systems, and high standards of professionalism.

Spanish Language Teachers are assigned to a specific classroom and work in daily partnership with the Lead Teacher to maintain a consistent bilingual environment throughout the school day.

BLMS is a small, community-oriented Montessori school in Jersey City, NJ, committed to educational access, cultural diversity, and academic excellence. We serve families from a wide range of backgrounds and believe deeply in the power of well-prepared environments, thoughtful observation, and consistent adult leadership.

Our school culture values:

• Calm, purposeful classrooms

• Clear expectations and routines

• Professional accountability

• Respectful collaboration and shared standards

• Long-term program development

The Spanish Language Teacher supports the classroom by presenting lessons, guiding conversations, and interacting with children in Spanish as part of the daily classroom environment.

This role is collaborative rather than independent. Instruction is coordinated with the Lead Teacher so that language learning remains integrated with classroom routines, materials, and developmental goals.

Successful candidates are consistent, observant, and comfortable working within an established classroom structure while maintaining a calm and respectful presence with children.

• Present lessons and communicate with children in Spanish throughout the day

• Coordinate daily instruction with the Lead Teacher

• Maintain continuity between English and Spanish interactions

• Follow classroom routines and expectations

• Support transitions, group gatherings, and work periods

• Observe students and contribute to documentation as requested

• Maintain an orderly, prepared classroom environment

• Communicate professionally with staff and families

• Participate in meetings and professional development

• Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written)

• Experience working with young children

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

• Ability to work consistently within established classroom systems

• Montessori classroom experience

• Experience working in mixed-age environments

• Comfort collaborating closely with another classroom lead

We are especially interested in educators who demonstrate:

• Consistent routines and predictable classroom presence

• Comfort working as part of a teaching partnership

• Clear and calm communication style

• Respect for the Montessori work cycle

• Attention to classroom order and flow

• Long-term commitment to classroom stability

BLMS is a systems-driven school environment. Candidates should be comfortable contributing to consistency, continuity, and shared classroom responsibility.

Starting at $20 hour, commensurate with experience

• QSEHRA healthcare reimbursement support

• Commuter benefits (pre-tax transit/parking)

• IRA retirement plan assistance

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Please submit:

• Resume

• Brief cover letter describing your experience working with children in Spanish

Send materials to:
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We encourage candidates to watch the short video (linked in the sidebar) about our classrooms and working style before applying, as it provides important context about our environment and expectations.