5th Grade Teacher — STEM, Data-Driven & Leadership Path

LEAP Academy University Charter School; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

NJ state pension enrollment

Job summary

LEAP Academy University Charter School is seeking a highly qualified 5th Grade Teacher to provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction for upper elementary students. You will plan lessons, differentiate for diverse learners, and monitor progress using data to inform instruction.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, specialists, and leadership to support student achievement and a strong STEM/STEAM focus in a 10-month contracted position starting at $60,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Valid New Jersey DOE teaching certification with elementary endorsement.
• Experience teaching upper elementary preferred.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum and student development.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction for 5th grade.
• Establish a safe, inclusive, and challenging classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual learning needs.
• Monitor student progress with ongoing assessments and adjust instruction.
• Collaborate with families, specialists, and school leadership.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

NJ Teaching Certification (elementary)

Tools

Technology integration

Job description

LEAP Academy University Charter School is seeking a highly qualified 5th Grade Teacher to provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction for upper elementary students. You will plan lessons, differentiate for diverse learners, and monitor progress using data to inform instruction.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, specialists, and leadership to support student achievement and a strong STEM/STEAM focus in a 10-month contracted position starting at $60,000 per year.