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Job description
Bilingual Teacher (Kinder & 1st Grade)
Location: Plainfield, NJ 07060 Compensation: up to $55 per hour Employment Type: Full-Time Start Date: 2025–2026 School Year
What You'll Do
Provide high-quality bilingual instruction in English and Spanish for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students.
Develop and deliver engaging lessons aligned with state standards and dual-language program goals.
Foster early literacy in both languages through structured instruction, small-group learning, and targeted interventions.
Create a warm, inclusive classroom that supports the social-emotional and academic development of young learners.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including English learners and advanced learners.
Communicate regularly with families in both English and Spanish.
Collaborate with grade-level teams, bilingual staff, and school leadership to plan curriculum and support student growth.
Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school-wide initiatives.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the school leadership team.
Qualifications
Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate
Bilingual/Bicultural Endorsement issued by the New Jersey Department of Education (Required)
Fluency in English and Spanish, including reading, writing, and speaking
Bachelor's degree in Education or related field (Master's preferred)
Prior teaching experience in early elementary or bilingual education preferred
Strong understanding of child development, early literacy strategies, and culturally responsive teaching
Effective classroom management and excellent communication skills
Join Focused Staffing Group — Where Purpose Meets Innovation!
At Focused Staffing Group, we don't just fill positions — we transform lives. Whether your passion lies in K–12 education or behavioral health, we're on a mission to connect exceptional educators with schools that need them most.
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and culturally responsive Bilingual Teacher to support Kindergarten and 1st Grade students at a growing public charter school in Plainfield, NJ. In this role, you'll help young learners develop foundational academic, linguistic, and social skills in both English and Spanish — empowering them to thrive in a dual-language learning environment.
If you're passionate about early childhood education, bilingual instruction, and creating a joyful learning environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Supportive, mission-driven school community
Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration
Freedom to bring culturally rich and engaging bilingual experiences to the classroom
Meaningful work that helps shape confident, bilingual young learners
About the School
This high-performing public charter school is dedicated to whole-child development, academic excellence, emotional growth, and character-building. Guided by the belief that every child can succeed, the school empowers students to reach their full potential — academically, socially, and linguistically.
If you're ready to inspire young learners and support bilingual education, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and start your journey with Focused Staffing Group!
Worksite address
scotch plains, NJ, 07076, US
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