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
*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
SKILLS AND 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 focus on language acquisition
Duties related to dual language teaching and learning and district goals for growing dual language programming.
REPORTS TO: PrincipalThe performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the agreement with the Lynn Teachers Union (LTU). http://lynn.ma.aft.org/sites/default/files/article_pdf_files/2019-12/teacher_contract_19-21.pdf TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union https://www.lynnteachersunion.org/contracts-9 .
180 days per year
Teacher Salary Estimator https://cfweb3.smartedu.net/lynn/tse/ BENEFITS: The City of Lynn http://www.lynnma.gov/departments/personnel.shtml?gpm=1_7#gpm1_6 offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision Insurance. Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis. Please see the website: City of Lynn http://www.lynnma.gov/departments/personnel.shtml?gpm=1_7#gpm1_6 for more details.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 discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed/religion, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, ancestry, marital status, homelessness, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement or any other consideration made unlawful 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. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151C.
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