Spanish Dual Language Grade 4 Teacher

Position: Spanish Dual Language Grade 4 Teacher (2026-2027)
Spanish Dual Language Grade 4 Teacher )

Compañeros Spanish-English Dual Language Program

Lynn Public Schools seeks a Spanish Dual Language grade 4 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.

In 4th grade, students will spend 50% of their 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). Spanish Dual Language teachers will also integrate cultural traditions, customs, and history from around the Spanish-speaking world in developmentally appropriate ways. The Spanish Dual Language teacher will provide content instruction in Spanish to Grade 4 students and the English Dual Language teacher will teach English Language Development and English Language Arts.

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 2026 for 4th 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

QUALIFICATIONS*:

* A valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) license in elementary education (grades 1-5).

* 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

* SEI Endorsement as approved by Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (preferred)

* Willingness to participate in district and school-based dual language professional development beginning in Spring 2026 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, 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

* Due to the new licensure requirements for teachers in Massachusetts bilingual education programs, applicants who do not currently have all necessary licensure/endorsements are still encouraged to apply. The Lynn Public Schools and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will support selected teachers through the waiver process during the  school year. If hired, teachers are expected to work towards meeting all licensure requirements by March 2027.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Teach 4th grade students in Spanish, 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 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.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

* As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union.

* 180 days per year

* Teacher Salary Estimator

BENEFITS:
The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits;
Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, Life Insurance. Voluntary benefits including Flexible Spending Plan (FSA), Short Term Disability and Long-Term…