Elementary School Teacher (Maternity Leave)

OUR SCHOOL

Empowerment Academy is a dynamic and successful charter school serving a diverse student population in Jersey City, Hoboken, and New York City. We operate three campuses and have a sister school, BelovED.

Requirements

• NJ Department of Education CE, CEAS, or Standard Elementary School Teacher License required.
• Candidates must apply for reciprocity if they are seeking to bring their certification to New Jersey.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

Pay

• Salary when Covering Leave: $68,500 - $88,500
• Salary when Staff Sub: $47,000 - $57,000

Competitive Raises

Raises are given annually based on performance and experience.

Paid Summer Training

Teachers receive training during the summer to enhance their skills and knowledge.

WE VALUE OUR FACULTY

We emphasize teamwork and community, and our faculty members are among the highest paid in New Jersey. We aim to provide a supportive environment that promotes academic success without causing burnout through effective education programs and professional development.

Teacher Supports

• Abundant planning periods during the school day
• A research-based curriculum and supporting curricular materials
• High-quality formative assessments aligned with the curriculum
• Full-time reading and math specialists who tutor students
• Counselors and social workers who assist students with non-academic issues

Application Instructions

To apply, candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing their interest in the position and how they align with our values and mission.