Science Teacher
Certified Teachers are eligible for a $7,500 hiring bonus.
About the School
Empowerment Academy is a dynamic and successful charter school that supports its teachers and staff. With three campuses, Empowerment Academy and its sister school, BelovED, serve a diverse student population in Jersey City, Hoboken, and New York City. Our staff is dedicated to closing the achievement gap and providing a high-quality educational program.
At Empowerment Academy, we emphasize teamwork and community, valuing our faculty with competitive compensation and a focus on work-life balance. Our faculty members are among the highest paid in New Jersey for their experience level, and we prioritize academic success without teacher burnout through effective supports and professional development.
Teacher Supports
- Career-long coaching and professional development from school leaders
- Collaboration with peers in professional learning communities (PLCs) for lesson planning and problem-solving
- Partnership with specialists to meet diverse student needs
- Abundant planning periods during the school day
- Research-based curriculum and supporting materials
- High-quality formative assessments aligned with the curriculum
- Full-time reading and math specialists for tutoring
- Counselors and social workers for non-academic support
Requirements
- Hold a New Jersey Department of Education CE, CEAS, or Standard Certificate in K-12 Science, or
- Hold Elementary Certification with a Middle School Science (5-8) endorsement
Only certificated candidates should apply.
Benefits
- Membership in the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF), with transferable pension credits
- 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
Base Salary for the 2026/2027 School Year: $70,000–$90,000
Schedule
Hours: 7:15 AM – 3:05 PM