The ESL/ELL Teacher will plan and deliver standards-aligned, differentiated lessons to foster language development and academic growth for scholars with diverse needs. They will create an inclusive classroom environment and collaborate with other educators to support language acquisition and scholar success.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and NJ certification in 5-8 Specialization or K-12 Specialization and ESL or Bilingual/Bicultural. A minimum of 2 years of experience in an urban education setting is preferred, along with a commitment to the school's mission and values.
This innovative school focuses on building independence, ingenuity, empathy, and leadership through enrichment programming, agile learning, and exceptional instruction.
That's where you come in.
Are you an expert educator who takes a creative approach to equipping scholars with critical thinking, cultural competencies, and rigorous lessons?
Do you have a track record of building successful scholars?
Your next step is clear.
Grow with us!
What’s in it for you?
Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
Windows-based laptop
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid school breaks aligned with the academic calendar.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage for you and your family.
Pension Plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF).
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution options.
Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
Ongoing Professional Development and access to coaching and leadership opportunities
Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture centered on collaboration, respect, and purpose
What will you be doing?
Plan and deliver standards-aligned, differentiated lessons that foster language development, academic growth, and curiosity for scholars with diverse linguistic and learning needs.
Provide engaging, individualized, and small-group instruction designed to support English language acquisition, ELP/WIDA goals, and academic, social-emotional, and self-advocacy growth.
Create a structured, inclusive, and collaborative classroom environment that promotes respect, independence, and confidence in English communication.
Model emotional intelligence, effective communication, and interpersonal skills to cultivate a positive classroom culture and supportive learning environment.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Ongoing Professional Development
403(b) Retirement Plan
Pension Plan Participation
Windows-Based Laptop
Free Financial Wellness Advising
Optional Short or Long-Term Disability Benefits
Smartphone and Fully Paid Wireless Plan
Manage classroom materials and resources to ensure all scholars have equitable access to language supports, learning tools, and culturally relevant resources.
Monitor and evaluate scholar progress, provide constructive, growth-oriented feedback, and adjust instruction using formative and summative assessment data.
Stay current with ESL research, best practices, instructional strategies, and culturally responsive pedagogy through ongoing professional development.
Integrate culturally responsive practices and ensure materials reflect diverse identities, languages, and experiences.
Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, specialists, and families to coordinate language support, interventions, and accommodations.
Remain informed about Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS), 504 plans, ELP standards, and legal compliance to support scholars’ rights and success.
Participate in school and community engagement initiatives to strengthen partnerships, family involvement, and scholar outcomes.
What do we require from you?
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
Must possess NJ certification in 5-8 Specialization or K-12 Specialization and ESL or Bilingual/Bicultural by start date.
2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred
Must have a track record of measurable success and achievement
You are committed to living out our mission
Welcomes the challenge to grow, learn, and improve in a collaborative environment
Committed to our mission of preparing all scholars for college and embodying our core values
Committed to serving our scholar population in an anti-discriminatory learning environment
Want to join our FAmily? We are Foundation Academies
Trenton, New Jersey’s largest and highest-ranking K-12 free public charter school serving more than 1,000 scholars across three schools on two campuses. Our mission is to ensure that all of our scholars secure the academic knowledge and skills to prepare them for the nation’s finest colleges, and to instill in them the core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We admit scholars by lottery, irrespective of gender, race, household income, or academic ability. Our team of experienced and mission-driven urban educators values growth mindsets, lifelong learners, and individuals who believe that every child deserves an excellent education. We hold ourselves, our scholars, and our city to high standards because that’s what our families deserve. We are conveniently located a quick car ride to downtown Princeton, a 45-minute SEPTA ride to Philly’s Center City, and a hop on the NJ Transit Express to New York City.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Foundation Academies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Foundation Academies prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by Foundation Academies. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Market context
New Jersey ESL/ELL middle school role
New Jersey ESL/ELL middle school openings often reflect steady demand in districts serving multilingual students, especially where certification and urban classroom experience are valued. This role is competitive because candidates need a bachelor’s degree, NJ certification in 5-8 or K-12 specialization plus ESL or Bilingual/Bicultural, and a strong fit with the school’s mission. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification pathway and tailor your experience to urban middle school instruction.
