Elementary School Teacher

Elementary School Teacher 

The Elementary School Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, maintaining a positive and engaging classroom environment, and supporting the academic and social-emotional development of students during the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishing and enforcing rules of behavior for students in the classroom
• Preparing lessons, units and projects to complete learning objectives
• Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons, units and projects
• Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students
• Encouraging students to explore learning opportunities and career paths
• Creating, assigning and grading various assessments for students, including tests, quizzes, essays and projects
• Working with students one-on-one when they need extra help or attention
• Tracking and evaluating student academic progress
• Leading parent-teacher meetings
• Maintaining positive relationships with students, parents, coworkers and supervisors
• Managing student behavior
• Creating a safe, respectful and inclusive classroom environment
• Communicating regularly with parents
• Helping students improve study methods and habits
• Administering tests to evaluate students’ progress

QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and is eligible for a CE or CEAS, or holds a valid NJ teaching credential for the grade and/or subject required.
• Charter school or urban school setting experience is preferred, but not required.  
• A demonstrated track record of facilitating student academic growth and having a joyous, positive classroom.
• Passion and sustained commitment to ensure that joyful, rigorous instruction is delivered to every scholar, every day.