School Year 26/27 Spanish Dual Language Grade 3 Teacher

Lynn Public Schools • Lynn, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lynn Public Schools seeks an English Dual Language grade 3 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. Teachers hired will have the unique experience of participating in the planning and program design in the Spring and Summer of 2024, helping to build the foundation of dual language in the Lynn Public Schools for years to come. In 3rd grade, students will spend 50% of their day with the Spanish Dual Language teacher learning all content areas in Spanish (Spanish language arts, math, social studies and science) and using all four language domains (reading, writing, speaking and listening). The English Dual Language teacher will provide English Language Development and English Language Arts to all students for the other 50% of the day. The English Dual Language teacher will spend 50% of the day with each homeroom providing instruction in English Language Arts, including English literacy skills, as well as science and social studies instruction. 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 2025 for 3rd grade. The 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.

Requirements

• Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Elementary 1-6
• Willingness to participate in district and school-based dual language professional development throughout the summer and upcoming school year.
• Understanding of and a strong commitment to the philosophy of dual language learning and teaching
• Fulfillment of Lynn Public Schools district requirements

Nice To Haves

• Successful experience teaching elementary school students, and 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

Responsibilities

• Teach 3rd grade students in English, including literacy, English language arts, social studies, and science, using district curriculum maps and curricular 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 department staff meetings.
• Work as a vested member of the dual language team on issues specifically related to dual language, philosophy, programs and approaches.
• Thoughtfully plan lessons with grade level partners and implement specific strategies to meet the needs of all students while fostering cultural understanding, developing students’ social growth and focus on language acquisition.
• Duties related to dual language teaching and learning and district goals for growing dual language programming.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED