District-Wide Early Contract Hiring Pool (SY26-27): Dual Language/Bilingual

Early Hiring Opportunity: Dual Language and Bilingual Teachers (SY26–27)

The Providence Public School District (PPSD) is now accepting applications for Dual Language and Bilingual teaching positions for the 2026–2027 school year.

By applying early to this posting, you’ll be pre-screened by our Human Resources team and have the opportunity to interview with school leaders and district hiring managers ahead of the main hiring season.

Early Contract Opportunity

Priority candidates selected through this process may receive an early contract offer, contingent upon licensure and background check completion, guaranteeing placement for the 2026–2027 school year.

Candidates who receive early contracts will still need to apply directly to specific school-based openings when they are posted in March 2026.
 

Why Apply Early

By submitting your application now, you:

• Demonstrate your commitment to PPSD and our students.
• Make your application materials available to all school leaders hiring for next year.
• Gain the chance to connect with principals and hiring teams before official job postings go live.

About Providence Public Schools

The Providence Public School District serves approximately 22,000 students across 37 schools — including 21 elementary, 7 middle, 9 high schools, and 2 district charter schools.

Our schools reflect the rich diversity of our community:

• 68% Latinx, 15% Black, 6.5% White, 4% Asian, 5.5% Multiracial, and 1% Native American students.
• 31% are multilingual learners and 16% receive special education services.
• Over 55% of students speak a language other than English at home, representing 55 languages and 91 countries of origin.

Education/Certification Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.

RIDE Certification Requirements: Candidates must hold (or be eligible for reciprocity in) the following RIDE certifications:

• Option 1: Elem. KG-6 or Elem. 1-6 with Bilingual Dual Language - Spanish
• Option 2: Elem. KG-6 or Elem. 1-6 with Any MS Content Area Ext. 5-8 with Bilingual Dual Language - Spanish                                                
• Option 3:Any MS Content Area 5-8 with Bilingual Dual Language - Spanish
• Option 4:Any Secondary Content Area 7-12 with Any MS Content Area Ext. 5-8 with Bilingual Dual Language - Spanish

Qualifications:

• Fully certified or eligible for emergency certification (fully certified preferred)
• Completion of new hire compliance training prior to start date
• Bilingual candidates preferred
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check required
• Strong technology skills and familiarity with communication, presentation, and data management tools
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active and engaging learning that are aligned to the goals of Bilingual/Dual Language Education.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, using relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction in English and Spanish.
• Establish and communicate clear language and content objectives for all learning activities and provide appropriate feedback on assignments. 
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing a warm, welcoming, and culturally relevant environment.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students in English and Spanish and regularly use data to observe and evaluate student performance and development in both languages to adjust teaching strategies. 
• Maintain and update accurate and complete records of students' progress and development in both languages.
• Communicate information regularly to students, colleagues, and families regarding student progress and student needs in the preferred language of the family. 
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities to support all students in Spanish and English
• Actively participate in and contribute to department, school, district and parent meetings and professional development to build knowledge of pedagogy around teaching for biliteracy, bilingualism and sociocultural competence.
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments according to state standards in English and Spanish according to the program model.  
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Apply Now

Secure your opportunity early for the 2026–2027 school year — join a community of passionate educators dedicated to student success.

Apply today to be considered for early hiring and guaranteed placement opportunities!