Spanish Dual Language Kindergarten Teacher (2026-2027)

Spanish Dual Language Kindergarten Teacher 2026-2027

Compañeros Spanish-English One-Way Dual Language Program

Lynn Public Schools seeks a Spanish Dual Language Kindergarten 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 2026, helping to build the foundation of dual language in the Lynn Public Schools for years to come.

The kindergarten teacher will be part of a 90-10 model where students spend 90% of the day 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). Teachers will 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. The Lynn Public Schools continues to strive for the success of all students by focusing on the districts 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 early childhood education (PreK-2).
• 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.
• Willingness to participate in district and school-based dual language professional development beginning in Spring 2021 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 young learners between ages five and seven; 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.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach in a 90-10 model program including literacy, Spanish language arts, mathematics, 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 partner and implement specific strategies to meet the needs of all students while fostering cultural understanding, developing students social growth, and focusing on language acquisition.
• Perform duties related to dual language teaching and learning and district goals for growing dual language programming.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union. 180 days per year.

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BENEFITS

The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits:

• Harvard Pilgrim PPO
• HMO
• Altus Dental
• High, Low, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability (available on a voluntary basis)

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.

Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate or tolerate discrimination in the administration of its educational and employment policies or in its programs and activities on the basis of:

• Sex
• Sexual orientation
• Gender identity
• Gender expression
• Marital status
• Familial status
• Pregnancy (including nursing or pregnancy conditions)
• Parental leave
• Race
• Color
• National origin
• Creed/religion
• Ethnicity
• Ancestry
• Age
• Genetic information
• Active military/veteran status
• Mental or physical disability
• Special need
• Proficiency in the English language
• Academic achievement
• Homelessness
• Public assistance status
• Or any other characteristic protected by any federal, state, or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 765, M.G.L. Ch. 151, if and as applicable.

Race, when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture, hair type, hair length, and protective hairstyles.