Credentialed Dual Language Immersion (Spanish) Teacher Pool - $5k Bonus + BCLAD Stipend at Burlingame School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
About Burlingame School District Burlingame School District’s mission is to engage each and every student, as well as our community, to build resilient, curious, compassionate problem-solvers who are prepared for their future. Serving TK through eighth grade across San Mateo County, BSD is committed to high-quality, equity-driven instruction, linguistic accessibility, and fostering bilingualism and biliteracy across our school communities. Position Summary Under the general direction of the site administrator, the Dual Language Immersion (Spanish) Teacher will provide high-quality, standards-based instruction within the district's 90/10 Dual Language Immersion (Spanish) Model. The teacher will deliver core instruction primarily in Spanish in the early primary grades, systematically shifting language allocation according to the 90/10 model design to foster high levels of bilingualism, biliteracy, academic achievement, and sociocultural competence. The Dual Language Immersion Teacher creates a vibrant, language-rich, and culturally responsive classroom environment where native Spanish speakers and English learners develop deep academic proficiency in both languages. Through collaborative planning, strategic language scaffolding, and immersion techniques, the teacher empowers students to become confident, global communicators. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 90/10 Immersion Instruction: Deliver grade-level core curriculum (Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies) adhering strictly to the district’s 90/10 language allocation schedule and target language boundaries. Biliteracy & Language Acquisition: Apply research-based 90/10 biliteracy methodologies, Total Physical Response (TPR), dictado, cross-linguistic transfer strategies, and sheltered instruction techniques to support both native Spanish speakers and native English speakers. Curriculum & Assessment: Plan and execute standards-based units using formative and summative assessments in Sp
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications & Requirements Credential Requirements: Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (Required). Bilingual Authorization in Spanish (BCLAD or equivalent) (Required). Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (Master’s in Education or Bilingual Education preferred). High-level native or near-native academic oral and written fluency in Spanish and English. Successful K–8 classroom teaching or student-teaching experience in a 90/10 or 80/20 Dual Language Immersion setting preferred. Strong understanding of 90/10 dual language immersion models, biliteracy frameworks, and second-language acquisition theory.
Application Requirements (EDJOIN) To be considered for this applicant pool, please submit a complete application packet via EDJOIN including: Letter of Introduction / Cover Letter (written in Spanish or English) outlining your philosophy on 90/10 dual language immersion and biliteracy. Current Resume. Three (3) Recent Letters of Recommendation (signed and dated within the last 2 years). Copy of Valid California Teaching Credential with Spanish Bilingual Authorization (BCLAD). Copies of College Transcripts (Unofficial accepted for application; official required upon hire).
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications & Requirements Credential Requirements: Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (Required). Bilingual Authorization in Spanish (BCLAD or equivalent) (Required). Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (Master’s in Education or Bilingual Education preferred). High-level native or near-native academic oral and written fluency in Spanish and English. Successful K–8 classroom teaching or student-teaching experience in a 90/10 or 80/20 Dual Language Immersion setting preferred. Strong understanding of 90/10 dual language immersion models, biliteracy frameworks, and second-language acquisition theory.
Application Requirements (EDJOIN) To be considered for this applicant pool, please submit a complete application packet via EDJOIN including: Letter of Introduction / Cover Letter (written in Spanish or English) outlining your philosophy on 90/10 dual language immersion and biliteracy. Current Resume. Three (3) Recent Letters of Recommendation (signed and dated within the last 2 years). Copy of Valid California Teaching Credential with Spanish Bilingual Authorization (BCLAD). Copies of College Transcripts (Unofficial accepted for application; official required upon hire).
Comments and Other Information
TITLE IX COMPLIANCE
Related Board Policies regarding nondiscrimination in the Burlingame School District’s programs (BP 0410), employment (BP 4030), and anti-harassment /anti-bullying (BP 0411), sexual harassment of student or staff (BP 4119.11) are outlined in the referenced Board Policies which can be found on the district website: http:/www.burlingameschools.org
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The State of California Department of Education (CDE) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The CDE does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one of more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, material status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CDE’s efforts to meet the legal obligations outlined in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in CDE employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
Complaints regarding discrimination as outlined in the above statement and related board policies should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator for the Burlingame School District:
(650) 259-3800
Comments and Other Information
TITLE IX COMPLIANCE
Related Board Policies regarding nondiscrimination in the Burlingame School District’s programs (BP 0410), employment (BP 4030), and anti-harassment /anti-bullying (BP 0411), sexual harassment of student or staff (BP 4119.11) are outlined in the referenced Board Policies which can be found on the district website: http:/www.burlingameschools.org
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The State of California Department of Education (CDE) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The CDE does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one of more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, material status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CDE’s efforts to meet the legal obligations outlined in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in CDE employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
Complaints regarding discrimination as outlined in the above statement and related board policies should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator for the Burlingame School District:
(650) 259-3800