Spanish Dual Language Middle School Spanish Language Arts Teacher

Spanish Dual Language Middle School Spanish Language Arts Teacher )

Lynn Public Schools, Thurgood Marshall Middle School — Lynn, Massachusetts

Job : 5554873

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full Time

Job Description

Lynn Public Schools seeks a Spanish Language Arts Dual Language teacher who is committed to and passionate about developing bilingualism and biliteracy, building socio-cultural competence, and transforming and improving educational outcomes for all students.

The Compañeros dual language program opened in September 2020 at Harrington Elementary School, and expanded to Connery Elementary School in September 2022. In the 2026 school year, it will expand to middle school at Thurgood Marshall. Teachers hired will have the unique experience of participating in the planning and program design in the Spring and Summer of 2026, helping to build the foundation of dual language in the Lynn Public Schools for years to come.

In grades 6‑8, students will spend 50% of their day learning all content areas in Spanish (Spanish language arts, science, and elective courses) and using all four language domains (reading, writing, speaking, and listening). Spanish Dual Language teachers also integrate cultural traditions, customs, and history from around the Spanish‑speaking world in developmentally appropriate ways.

We are committed to supporting each team of teachers with the appropriate professional development, curriculum, resources and strategy implementation for dual language programming, beginning in Spring 2026 for 6th grade. Lynn Public Schools continues to strive for the success of all students by focusing on the district’s core values of collaborative relationships, high expectations, inclusiveness, inspiring life‑long learning, and shared responsibility.

Qualifications

• A valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) license in Foreign Language – Spanish (PreK‑6 or 5‑12)
• High levels of academic proficiency and literacy in both program languages (Spanish and English), and assessed academic proficiency and fluency in Spanish (current DESE‑approved tests include the Spanish MTEL and the Oral Proficiency Interview and Writing Proficiency Test through ACTFL)
• Willingness to pursue DESE Bilingual Education Endorsement
• SEI Endorsement as approved by Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (preferred)
• Willingness to participate in district and school‑based dual language professional development beginning in Spring 2026 and continuing throughout the summer and upcoming school year
• Understanding of and a strong commitment to the philosophy of dual language learning and teaching
• Successful experience teaching language learners, experience with second language acquisition preferred
• Strong organizational skills, time‑management and communication skills
• Demonstrates a high level of cooperation to work with grade level and dual language teams
• Fulfillment of Lynn Public Schools district requirements

* Due to the new licensure requirements for teachers in Massachusetts bilingual education programs, applicants who do not currently have all necessary licensure/endorsements are still encouraged to apply. Lynn Public Schools and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will support selected teachers through the waiver process during the 2026‑2027 school year. If hired, teachers are expected to work towards meeting all licensure requirements by March 2027.

Performance Responsibilities

• Teach 6th grade students in Spanish (including literacy, Spanish language arts, and Spanish language development) using district curriculum maps and resources, reflecting a deep understanding of state curriculum frameworks.
• Create a positive, language‑rich, asset‑based, multicultural learning environment that is conducive to the learning and success of all students and language proficiencies.
• Administer language and literacy assessments, and analyze student data to inform planning, develop targeted instruction and make instructional decisions.
• Participate and collaborate in building‑based and…