Bilingual Teacher-SIGN ON INCENTIVE
Company: Camden City School District
Location: Camden
Posted on: March 18, 2023
Job Description:
JobID: 333
Position Type:
K-12 Teachers/Teacher - Bilingual
Date Posted:
2/28/2023
Location:
Camden, NJ
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
Immediately
Closing Date:
06/30/2023
Bilingual TeacherIn our District, we put students first. Our
vision: all Camden students will attend a high quality school where
they are valued, challenged, and prepared for college and careers
that positively impact their community and the world. High quality
schools have a great teacher in every classroom, are housed in
safe, clean buildings equipped to meet the needs of 21st century
learners, with the support of an efficient and effective Central
Office. All this is possible only with the right team members in
place, working together with partners and the community to provide
all students the academic, social, and emotional supports needed to
succeed in school and beyond. Read more here.
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested candidates to
apply for the position of Teacher, Bilingual
Across the District, our staff maintain a clear focus on ensuring
that every student in the city is enrolled in an excellent school
that meets his or her unique needs. The District believes in the
power of high expectations and the extraordinary potential of our
students.
A teacher in the Camden City School District will serve as a
classroom leader who works to provide exceptional instruction that
affords all students the opportunity to excel academically and meet
grade level standards. The teacher will bring content-specific
expertise to their instructional planning and delivery that equips
students with the skills necessary to become informed, successful
citizens in a global economy. The teacher will collaborate closely
with other staff members to ensure that all students receive
outstanding support and services. Through this role, the teacher
will work relentlessly to increase student achievement levels by
consistently setting rigorous academic and behavioral goals for
students, monitoring progress towards these goals through data
analysis, and adjusting course when necessary. The teacher will
work to actively build positive and beneficial relationships with
parents, guardians and community members in order to positively
impact their students' academic performance.Requirements and
QualificationsMinimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid New Jersey Instructional (Teacher's) Certificate in
Bilingual/Bicultural Education AND additional NJ Instructional
Certificate (Elementary, Mathematics, etc)
- Fluency in English and Spanish (speak, read, and write; and
translate from English to Spanish and Spanish to English)
- Prior experience teaching low-income students in an urban
setting (strongly preferred)
- A valid driver's license with current insurance and valid
vehicle registration
- Required criminal history background check, physical and proof
of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien statusRole &
Responsibilities
Major roles and responsibilities include:
- Serving as a classroom leader by providing high quality,
differentiated instruction to students
- Setting rigorous academic and behavioral goals for students and
investing students in these goals
- Implementing and effectively modifying instruction aligned to
the district's educational goals by focusing on high standards and
achievement for all students
- Designing and implementing high-quality, thorough lesson, unit
and long-term plans that equip students with the skills and
knowledge necessary to master daily objectives and grade level
standards
- Co-planning with Special Education Teachers when necessary to
ensure that the academic and behavioral needs of each student are
met
- Continuously tracking student achievement data and using the
data to inform instructional planning and delivery
- Preparing, leveraging and delivering constructive feedback to
students aimed at improving their academic performance
- Consistently implementing and enforcing rules and consequences
in the classroom setting and school-wide
- Providing continuous evaluation of student progress that is
consistent with district established goals and policies, and
clearly communicating this progress to all necessary
stakeholders
- Maintaining, monitoring, and reporting students' grade and
attendance records
- Taking personal responsibility for students' mastery of
academic standards
- Effectively and innovatively incorporating technological
resources into classroom lessons
- Committing to continual professional growth that leads students
to achieve the greatest learning gains
- Communicating effectively with students, families and
colleagues in order to invest all stakeholders in the learning
process
- Attending and actively participating in all professional
development, team planning and data analysis meetings
- Will be required to support projects and initiatives in other
divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basisThe
Teacher may also take on other tasks and responsibilities as
assigned by the Principal and/or their designee.
An ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate the following
and/or have experience with:
- A commitment to the success of all Camden students,
specifically to raising the academic achievement of children in
high-poverty communities
- An unwavering commitment to ensuring all students leave school
with the skills necessary to succeed in life and further education
and/or training
- A genuine belief that all students can achieve at high levels
when they have access to high quality instruction and
resources
- A drive to improve the minds and characters of students inside
and outside of school
- A desire to grow professionally and seek out new opportunities
to learn
- A demonstrated ability to use data to inform instruction
- Exemplary oral and written communication skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Preferred experience implementing co-teaching models
- Exceptional classroom management skills
- An ability to critically assess challenges and identify
effective instructional or behavioral solutions that support the
success of each individual student
- An ability to successfully differentiate instruction in order
to meet the needs of all students, including those who are
classified as Special Education or English Language Learners
- Evidence of self-motivation
- An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous
environment
- A willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the
success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban
education
- An ability to demonstrate the qualities of flexibility and grit
through past experiencesCore Values
We are seeking individuals who will exemplify the district's core
values:
- Respect and Humility: We serve our community by recognizing the
strengths, experiences, and perspectives of others. We humbly
recognize our own limitations and incorporate lessons we gain from
our reflective practice.
- Evidence-based: We use evidence to inform decisions and to
ensure that we are accountable to our students and families.
- Communication & Collaboration: We communicate openly and work
collaboratively, recognizing that getting to the best possible
decisions requires input from others. Honest communications build
trust and establish a community that assumes best intentions.
- Solutions-oriented: With respect for the complexity of this
work and the history that precedes us, we focus on persistence,
resourcefulness, and inclusiveness to drive toward
solutions.Additional Information
- Reports To: Principal or a designee appointed by the
Principal
- Evaluated By: Principal or a designee appointed by the
Principal
- Salary Range: Teacher's Salary Guide
- Employment Period: Ten-month, tenureable position
- Union Affiliation: Camden Education Associate (CEA)
THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION EMPLOYER
(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage,
including spouse, child and family coverage
- Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)
- Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible
spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation
Starting Minimum Salary: $54,272
Starting Maximun Salary: $89,972
Keywords: Camden City School District, Camden , Bilingual Teacher-SIGN ON INCENTIVE, Education / Teaching , Camden, New Jersey
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