QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid New Jersey Teaching Certification-Elementary School Teacher in Grades K-6 (1001) or NJ Elementary School Teacher K-8 Certification, CE, CEAS or Standard Certification.
- Demonstrates strong skills in the areas of evidence-based instructional strategies
- Strong knowledge of New Jersey Learning Standards (NJSLS) and Standards of Mathematical
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship.
- Pass a physical examination in accordance with statue and board policy.
REPORTS TO: Principal
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Implement evidence-based teaching strategies that promote active and cognitive engagement.
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students through benchmark assessments, running records, and informal assessments.
Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
Establish and communicate clear objectives/learning intentions for all learning activities.
Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance teacher pedagogy and how to successfully analyze student data.
Other duties as assigned.
Establish and maintain an effective positive social/emotional learning climate in the classroom.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Laurel Springs School
Ten months per year
Salary to be determined by the Board of Education negotiation process. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law and provisions of the board's policy on the evaluation of certified staff. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resume to Mr. Ryan Mahlman,Principal/Superintendent at jdiorio@laurelspringschool.org .