Language Teacher

• Position Type:
  Teaching Opportunities 2026/2027 School Year
• Date Posted: 1/5/2026
• Location:
  
  Jersey City Public Schools
• Closing Date: 06/30/2026

• New Jersey Teaching Certification in appropriate area

As Per Contractual Agreement

To Be Announced

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A New Jersey World Language Teacher job involves instructing students in a foreign language, fostering cultural understanding, and developing their skills in comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing, while also adhering to state standards and district policies.

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) and district curriculum.
• Teach aural comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the target language.
• Promote cultural awareness and understanding of the countries where the language is spoken.
• Adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs and abilities of students.
• Use various instructional strategies, including technology, to enhance learning.

• Regularly assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate student performance to parents and administrators.
• Identify student learning needs and collaborate with other professionals to address them.

• Establish and maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with parents, students, and colleagues.

• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities.
• Participate in school-level planning, committees, and extracurricular activities.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
• Make effective use of community resources to enhance the instructional program.

• Hold a New Jersey Teacher of World Language Certificate.
• Knowledge of NJSLS and mandated state testing.
• Strong communication, organization, and teaching skills.
• Experience teaching secondary students preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology to enhance instruction.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and a passion for language and culture.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:49:02 AM CST.