This opportunity would include the following requirements and qualifications:
- NJ Teacher of Computer Science (1820)
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
- Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Criminal history background check
- Proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status
Responsibilites:
- Coordinate classroom tasks as outlined by the building principal
- Work to achieve the New Jersey Learning Standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning in the classroom using board-adopted curriculum and other appropriate learning activities
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
- Set specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans; and carry through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives
- Monitor students' academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction and behavioral improvement plans. Effectively communicate standards and progress with parents regularly
- Maintain productive relationships with parents and other staff members
- Maintain records of students' educational and behavioral progress in the OnCourse system and summarize as appropriate
- Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning problems
- Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning
- Plan class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all students
- Maintain professional competence and pursue continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities
- Participate in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees, and other school system groups
- Make effective use of community engagement
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