Tchr of English - Ironbound Academy 25-26 (NBOE)

The Newark Board of Education is seeking a Teacher of English. This position is contingent upon availability of funds and Superintendent's approval.

About the role

The Newark Board of Education is dedicated to fostering a community where learning is limitless. As a teacher, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our students.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in English.
• Possession of a current and valid teaching certificate in the appropriate subject/content area issued by the New Jersey Department of Education.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

Basic functions and responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis and prepares progress reports.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communications skills, and other general elements of the course of study common to all teachers, as specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the district.
• Provides individual, small, and/or large group instruction, whenever appropriate, in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual and special abilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide and orderly and productive environment.
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, equipment, aids, and maintains required inventory records.
• Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction.
• Develops and maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
• Supervises out-of-classroom activities for pupils during the assigned working day, as required.
• Plans and coordinates the work of aides, teacher assistants, and other paraprofessionals.
• Identifies pupil's needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Communicates with parents and pupil personnel staff members on the individual pupil's progress and development.
• Maintains attendance accounting and business service as required.
• Develops and participates in the sponsorship of student activities and faculty committees.
• Affords appropriate guidance to students in the selection of courses and activities.
• Acts as a resource person on an interdepartmental level to relate appropriate aspects of his/her subject area to other subject areas.
• Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Performs other duties and tasks assigned by Supervisor.

Reports to

Principal

Salary, terms & affiliation

• Salary: $67,000 - $111,625
• Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
• Union Affiliation: Newark Teacher's Union (NTU)

To attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage, an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days, as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/.

How to apply

The Newark Board of Education is accepting electronic applications only.