Elementary Teacher

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
• New Jersey teaching certification for the content area. (CE, CEAS, Standard)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Safeguards the rights and dignity of each student and provides a safe and positive learning environment.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place outside of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Evaluation

According to state statute and rule and board policy.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage
• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation

Salary Grade/Range

Starting at $55,000

Status

Exempt