The Anchored School·Bernards Township, New Jersey
The teacher will plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate Spanish lessons for children ages 3-5 using songs, games, and hands-on activities. They will also collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure instruction complements the school's existing early childhood curriculum.
Contract Spanish Teacher (Ages 3–5)
We are seeking a passionate, creative, and engaging Contract Spanish Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for working with young children and will provide a fun, immersive, and developmentally appropriate introduction to Spanish for children ages 3–5.
This is a part-time contract position, approximately 2–3 hours per day, two days per week.
Responsibilities: Spanish Language & Learning
Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate Spanish lessons for children ages 3–5.
Introduce Spanish vocabulary and simple conversational phrases through songs, stories, games, movement, music, and hands-on activities.
Create opportunities for children to hear and use Spanish naturally throughout each lesson.
Incorporate age-appropriate cultural experiences from Spanish-speaking countries.
Encourage curiosity, participation, confidence, and a positive attitude toward learning Spanish.
Classroom Environment
Create a warm, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
Use developmentally appropriate practices when planning and delivering instruction.
Adapt activities to meet the varying developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children.
Maintain positive classroom routines and expectations.
Collaboration
Collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure Spanish instruction complements the school's early childhood curriculum. Communicate professionally with teachers and school leadership regarding lessons, student engagement, and classroom needs. Support a consistent, positive experience for children throughout the school day.
Fluency or strong proficiency in Spanish.
Experience working with children ages 3–5.
Experience teaching Spanish or providing language instruction to young children preferred.
Knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
Creative, patient, energetic, and nurturing approach to working with young children.
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain, if required.
Resume Professional references Brief description of Spanish teaching or early childhood experience Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The Anchored School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all children, families, and educators feel welcomed, respected, and supported.
Candidates must have fluency or strong proficiency in Spanish and experience working with children ages 3-5. Knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices is required, along with a nurturing and energetic approach.
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in New Jersey are typically in steady demand, especially in core subjects like English. Competition can be strong because districts often look for candidates with the correct New Jersey certification, a bachelor’s degree, and classroom readiness; the posted benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show your certification status and relevant English instruction experience.
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