Teacher of Spanish K-8

Thrive Charter School | Hamilton, NJ

  
CountyMercer
Posted Date 8/25/2026
Expiration Date9/24/2026
Description

Job Posting: Grades 9-12 Spanish Teacher

About Thrive Charter School

At Thrive Charter School, we believe that preparing students for a global future begins with language, culture, and perspective. Located in Hamilton, New Jersey, our mission is to empower students with knowledge, critical thinking skills, and a strong sense of civic responsibility. We are seeking an inspiring, dynamic, and fluent Grades K-8 Spanish Teacher to lead our elementary and middle school world language program, fostering both linguistic proficiency and global citizenship.

Position Overview

As the elementary and middle school Spanish Teacher at Thrive, you will guide scholars through their pivotal elementary and middle school years, driving them toward authentic communication and cultural literacy. You will design a proficiency-based program that emphasizes real-world connection, preparing students for success in education.

Key Responsibilities

  • Instruction & Curriculum: Design and deliver engaging, rigorous Spanish lessons aligned with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for World Languages (NJSLS-WL) and ACTFL proficiency guidelines.

  • Target Language Immersion: Conduct class primarily in Spanish, employing high-leverage teaching practices (comprehensible input, authentic texts, and contextualized communication) to build student confidence and fluency.

  • elementary and middle schoolDifferentiated Learning: Adapt instruction to meet the distinct developmental stages and skill levels of elementary and middle schoolers.

  • Cultural Competency: Infuse the diverse history, literature, cinema, and current events of the Spanish-speaking world into daily instruction to foster global awareness.

  • Assessment & Pathways: Use formative and summative assessments to track language acquisition.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required (Spanish Language, Literature, or elementary and middle school experience preferred).

  • NJ Certification: Must hold or be eligible for a valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate:

    • Teacher of Spanish (Endorsement Code: 2530)

  • Language Proficiency: Near-native or native fluency in spoken and written Spanish is required.

  • Background Clearance: Must pass all New Jersey Department of Education background checks, including criminal history review (fingerprinting) and the Chapter 5 Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure.

  • Mindset: A passion for mentoring elementary and middle school students, a collaborative spirit, and a deep commitment to the mission and values of charter education.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $62,000 per year.

  • Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical coverage.

  • Retirement: Eligibility to enroll in the New Jersey state-administered retirement system (TPAF).

  • Professional Support: Access to ongoing professional development, collaborative departmental planning time, and dedicated instructional coaching.

County
Mercer
Type of Job (PreK-12 or Higher Ed.)
PreK-12

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