Certified Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher (English/Spanish)
hace 5 meses
Plainfield
Job DescriptionCertified Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher (English/Spanish) Location: Plainfield, NJ 07060 Compensation: $55 per hour Schedule: Full-time | On-site | School-Based Setting Join Focused Staffing Group — Where Passion Meets Purpose! At Focused Staffing Group, we don’t just fill positions — we transform lives. Whether you’re driven to make a difference in education or behavioral health, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with schools and organizations that need them most. Want to love what you do? Let's make it happen! Check out our candidates' success stories! We’re currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Certified Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher (English/Spanish) to join a growing K–8 public charter school in Plainfield, NJ. This is an incredible opportunity to nurture young learners, support bilingual language development, and inspire a lifelong love for learning in a supportive, inclusive school community. If you believe all children deserve access to an exceptional education — regardless of background — this is the perfect place to make an impact! What You’ll Do * Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons in both English and Spanish for Kindergarten and early elementary students. * Create a warm, inclusive classroom that encourages curiosity, confidence, and cultural pride. * Support literacy, numeracy, and early childhood development through dual-language instruction. * Implement assessments to monitor student growth and adjust instruction as needed. * Collaborate with teachers, ESL specialists, and support staff to meet academic and developmental goals. * Communicate regularly with families in both languages to foster engagement and student success. * Incorporate culturally responsive teaching practices and bilingual literacy development. * Participate in school community events, professional development, and curriculum planning sessions. What You’ll Bring Required: * Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate – Elementary Education (K–6) * Bilingual/Bicultural Endorsement (required) * Fluency in English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking) * Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field Preferred: * Master’s degree in Education or related area * Prior experience teaching in bilingual or early childhood classrooms * Strong understanding of early literacy, child development, and culturally responsive instruction * Excellent communication, classroom management, and collaboration skills Why You’ll Love Working With Us Competitive pay — $55/hour Supportive and mission-driven school community Opportunity to empower bilingual learners and celebrate cultural diversity Professional growth through training and mentorship Meaningful work that directly impacts students’ futures At Focused Staffing Group, we believe educators are changemakers. Join a team that values compassion, excellence, and purpose — and see the difference your work can make every single day. Apply now to inspire the next generation of bilingual learners!