ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNew Jersey Food Council, 30, West Lafayette Street, Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, 08608, United States
About the Opportunity
This innovative school focuses on building independence, ingenuity, empathy, and leadership through enrichment programming, agile learning, and exceptional instruction. We are looking for an expert educator who takes a creative approach to equipping scholars with critical thinking, cultural competencies, and rigorous lessons. If you have a track record of building successful scholars, your next step is clear: grow with us.
About the Team
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.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive, mission-driven culture centered on collaboration, respect, and purpose. As part of our family, you will receive a smartphone with a fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile and a Windows-based laptop. We provide comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for you and your family, Paid Time Off (PTO) aligned with the academic calendar, and pension plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF).
Additionally, we offer a 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution options, free financial wellness advising, and optional short or long-term disability benefits. We are committed to your growth, offering ongoing professional development, coaching, and leadership opportunities.
Location
Our campuses are conveniently located a quick car ride to downtown Princeton, a 45-minute SEPTA ride to Philadelphia's Center City, and a hop on the NJ Transit Express to New York City.
Equal Opportunity
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. We prohibit 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. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Work location
Work model: On-site
New Jersey Food Council, 30, West Lafayette Street, Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, 08608, United States
Trenton, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePlan and deliver standards-aligned, differentiated lessons for scholars with diverse needs
- check_circleProvide individualized and small-group instruction to support English language acquisition
- check_circleCreate a structured, inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and independence
- check_circleMonitor scholar progress and adjust instruction using formative and summative assessment data
- check_circleManage classroom materials to ensure equitable access to language supports and learning tools
- check_circleCollaborate with teachers, specialists, and families to coordinate language support and interventions
- check_circleIntegrate culturally responsive practices and ensure materials reflect diverse identities and experiences
- check_circleParticipate in school and community engagement initiatives to strengthen family partnerships
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree (or equivalent)
- verifiedNJ certification in K-12 Specialization and ESL or Bilingual/Bicultural
- verified2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred
Nice to Have
2+ years working in an urban education setting
Benefits & Perks
check_circleSmartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobilecheck_circleWindows-based laptop providedcheck_circlePaid Time Off (PTO) and paid school breaks aligned with the academic calendarcheck_circleHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage for you and your familyPension Plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF)
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Esl, Bilingual/bicultural, K-12, Elp/wida, 504 Plans, I&rs.
Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
Frequently asked questions about ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies
What does a ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies will plan and deliver standards-aligned, differentiated lessons for scholars with diverse needs; provide individualized and small-group instruction to support english language acquisition; create a structured, inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and independence; and monitor scholar progress and adjust instruction using formative and summative assessment data.
What are the requirements for this ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) role?expand_more
To qualify for the ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent); NJ certification in K-12 Specialization and ESL or Bilingual/Bicultural; and 2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred.
Where is the ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) role at Foundation Academies located?expand_more
ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies is based in New Jersey Food Council, 30, West Lafayette Street, Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, 08608, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Foundation Academies has listed this ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) role?expand_more
ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies include Esl; Bilingual/bicultural; K-12; Elp/wida; 504 Plans; and I&rs.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
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ESL/ELL Teacher (9-12) at Foundation Academies is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.
About Foundation Academies
Foundation Academies is an education organization based in Trenton, New Jersey, operating a diverse K-12 learning community dedicated to academic growth and achievement. The institution focuses on preparing scholars to excel in their studies while empowering them to lead purpose-filled lives. Its mission centers on the belief that education serves to dismantle systemic injustice through individual student engagement.
The company welcomes dedicated professionals who share a commitment to these core values. Foundation Academies operates within the education sector, providing a structured environment for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. The organization emphasizes the transformative power of learning to address broader societal challenges, aiming to support scholars in developing the skills necessary for success. By fostering a community that values academic rigor alongside social responsibility, Foundation Academies seeks to create meaningful pathways for student advancement and personal development.
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