26-27 Teacher ESL

mptcs; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 66,901 - 94,701; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental/Family leave

State pension plan participation

Professional growth and development opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

A charter school in Newark is seeking a qualified ESL teacher to provide effective English language lessons to a diverse student body. The ideal candidate will design engaging lesson plans, assess student progress, and create a positive learning environment. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree and ESL certification by the New Jersey Department of Education. This role offers a competitive salary range from $66,901 to $95,951 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• New Jersey ESL certification necessary.
• Experience in diverse classroom settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans programs that meet individual student needs.
• Evaluates and reports on student progress regularly.
• Instructs basic communication skills.
• Adapts curriculum for varying abilities.
• Maintains classroom behavior standards.
• Collaborates with staff to assess pupil needs.

Skills

Creative lesson planning

Motivational skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

New Jersey Department of Education ESL certification

Job description

MISSION:

The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.

WHO YOU ARE:

A qualified ESL teacher to provide English language lessons to students from different backgrounds and cultures. The ESL teacher will be responsible for planning lessons and activities, adopting a creative approach, and encouraging and motivating students to learn. To be a successful ESL teacher, you should be able to create an environment that is conducive to learning. Ultimately, an exceptional ESL teacher will encourage students to interact with each other to improve their English‑speaking skills.

Do you have what it takes?

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • A New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certification, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in 1475-English as a Second Language.

THE ROLE:

• 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 skill, 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.
• Instructs pupils in proper care and use of textbooks, equipment, and materials.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive environment.
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, equipment, aids, and maintains required inventory records.
• 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 pupils’ 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.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Salary range: BA $66,901-$94,701 / MA $68,151 to $95,951
• Term of Employment: 10.5 Months
• Union: MPTEA

Are You Ready To Join The Village?

Here’s what you can expect:

• The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies.
• Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones.
• Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan.
• Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development.
• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded.

Next Steps:

MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received, not every applicant will be contacted. If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process.

Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.