Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

A Foreign Language Teacher in secondary education is responsible for teaching students a new language, as well as educating them about the culture, history, and traditions associated with that language. Their duties include developing lesson plans, instructing students in grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure, and providing instruction on listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the foreign language. The teacher may also organize cultural activities and events to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the language they are studying.

Important skills for a Foreign Language Teacher include excellent communication and instructional skills, patience, cultural sensitivity, and creativity in teaching methods. They must have a strong command of the language they're teaching, both written and spoken. Certification typically involves a Bachelor's degree in teaching or a relevant field and a state teaching certification, with additional certification or endorsement in teaching the specific foreign language. Prior to becoming a Foreign Language Teacher, an individual might have roles such as a Language Tutor, Teacher's Assistant, or an ESL (English as a Second Language) Instructor.

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High School French Teacher

  • Summit, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Summit, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/World Language - French Date Posted: 2/14/2025 Location: Summit High School Date Available: August 27, 2025 Closing Date: 06/16/2025   Additional...

Spanish Teacher

  • New Vernon, NJ (8 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Vernon, NJ (8 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to maximize instructional time....

Middle School Spanish Teacher (leave replacement) from August-December 2025

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Applications should include: An updated resume A brief cover letter a lesson plan that would be appropriate for a middle school class...

Full Time Kindergarten Head Spanish Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Duties include teaching reading, writing, social studies, science and math in Spanish and providing social-emotional support....

High School Spanish Teacher (SY 25 - 26)

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Executing detailed lesson plans mapped to a year-long academic plan to address learning needs. Constantly working to respond to the students' learning needs....

Lower School Spanish Teacher

  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

instruction Commitment to collaborative and innovative teaching styles Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) Experience working in independent schools preferred but...

Leave of Absence, French Teacher, High SchooL

  • Bloomfield, NJ (18 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (18 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching Date Posted: 5/30/2025 Location: Bloomfield High School Date Available: 09012025 Closing Date: Until Position is filled   Additional Information:...

Spanish Teacher 25-26 Full Time Tenure Track

  • Cedar Grove, NJ (19 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cedar Grove, NJ (19 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides opportunities for individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student....

Full-Time Early Elementary Spanish Teacher for the 2025-2026- School Year

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Google Classroom, Google Sites)....

Spanish Teacher

  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Show evidence of adapting and differentiated instruction for all students and a classroom forum for holistic growth. Maintain complete and accurate records....

Anticipated High School Spanish Teacher - Edison High School 2025-2026 SY

  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

I. TITLE Teacher II. PRIMARY FUNCTION Assumes responsibility for the instruction of assigned students in designated subject area(s) per the course of study approved by the Board of Education III....

High School Spanish Teacher

  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 24 days ago

Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect student needs and curriculum goals Establish a classroom culture that promotes learning...

Leave Replacement Middle School Spanish Teacher

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 27 days ago

New York, NY The Browning School is a K-12 boys school located on 62nd Street in midtown Manhattan, New York. Founded by scholar and teacher John A. Browning, The Browning School has been a leader...

2025-2026 School Year - Anticipated Opening - Spanish Teacher - Pequannock Township High School - Tenure Track Eligible

  • Pompton Plains, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pompton Plains, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/Foreign Language - Spanish Date Posted: 5/12/2025 Location: Pequannock Township High School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: until filled   Additional...

High School Spanish Teacher

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking a full-time High School Spanish teacher for the 2024-25 school year. The ideal candidate has an interactive approach to teaching that encourages the...

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Salary for Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Foreign Language Teachers in Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
43.6%
Bachelor's Degree
32.4%
Doctorate Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
5.9%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Foreign Language Teachers in Plainfield, NJ
Less than 1 year
34.2%
1-2 years
26.3%
None
18.7%
2-4 years
12.7%
6-8 years
5.1%
10+ years
3.0%


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