6th Grade English (ELA) Teacher (2025-2026) Trenton, NJ

Achieversecp; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Achievers Early College Prep is seeking a passionate 6th Grade English Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate is committed to improving curriculum and instruction and must possess strong content knowledge in ELA, along with excellent interpersonal skills to support a diverse student population. This role requires extensive knowledge of ELA interventions and the ability to engage students effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master's preferred.
• Teaching experience in underserved population.
• Valid NJ Teacher Certification must be completed or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement curriculum and assessments.
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform practices.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Content Knowledge in English Language Arts

Intervention Techniques

Data-Driven Decision Making

Student Engagement Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Valid NJ Teacher Certification

Tools

Google Classroom

Virtual Meeting Platforms

Job description

6th Grade English (ELA) Teacher (2025-2026)

ABOUT ACHIEVERS:

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey’s first public charter school for students in middle school and high school that provides them with the unique opportunity to pursue one of four STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can have access to a program that allows them to earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials and workplace training . AECP is determined to ensure that students can enhance their journey through high school and graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences that are essential to the current marketplace and the world beyond.

ACHIEVERS FIT:

• Demonstrates alignment and commitment to Achievers Early College Prep's mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
• Adaptable i n a growing environment; Is flexible and solutions-oriented
• Evidence of self-motivation, taking initiatives , and willingness to be a team player
• Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge as a means to dramatically increase student achievement
• Driven to deliver rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
• Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data , coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
• Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
• Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, practice, and notion of “I’M ALL IN!”
• Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Achievers Early College Prep is excited to grow a team of teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration. Teachers in this position will have and be able to do the following:

• Expert in content knowledge in English Language Arts
• Extensive knowledge of ELA interventions (i.e. guided reading, small group instruction)
• Experience/comfort with online applications to enhance learning: Epic, Prezi, etc
• Design and implement curriculum and assessments that measure progress towards academic standards
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Receptive to weekly coaching and committed to growing and strengthening practice
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior
• Implement multiple techniques for increased student engagement and checking for understanding
• Will be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards
• Familiarity with Google Classroom and virtual meeting platforms
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred
• Teaching experience in an upper elementary, middle, or high school with an underserved population
• Adept interpersonal and communication skills to diverse audiences
• Valid NJ Teacher Certification completed or in progress

COMPENSATION :

• Starting Salary $57K for certified instructors with public school experience
• Increases are based on experience and qualifications

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