8th Grade_Middle School_ Math Teacher (2024-2025) Trenton, NJ

Achieversecp; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative charter school dedicated to transforming the educational experience for middle school students. As a Math Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping young minds, fostering a passion for mathematics, and driving academic success. This role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven instruction, and a commitment to continuous improvement. You will work in a supportive environment that values cultural awareness and asset-based thinking, making a significant impact on the lives of underserved students. If you are a motivated educator eager to inspire and engage students, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus of $2,500

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred with 2+ years teaching experience.
• Strong commitment to data-driven instruction and student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Implement and develop curriculum for middle school math.
• Analyze student data to refine instructional practices.
• Communicate effectively with students and families.

Skills

Mathematics Content Knowledge

Data-Driven Decision Making

Curriculum Development

Intervention Math Teaching

Student Engagement

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

8th Grade Middle School Math Teacher (2024-2025)

ABOUT ACHIEVERS:

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey’s first public charter school for students in grades 6-12 that provides them with the unique opportunity to take a course of study in STEM fields and Digital Media Arts following the 8th grade and earn up to 60 college credits, enabling students to redefine the high school experience and graduate with skills, experiences, and content mastery that’s significant to them in the marketplace and the world beyond.

ACHIEVERS FIT:

• Demonstrates a passion for and commitment to Achievers Early College Prep's mission.
• Thrives in a startup environment (comfort with change and ambiguity, takes initiative).
• Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player.
• Experience in school(s) which rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and learning as a means to dramatically increase student achievement (preferred).
• Exhibits a laser-focus on rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis.
• Strong skill in analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making.
• Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, and the notion of “I’M ALL IN!”
• Belief in and alignment with Achievers core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable!
• Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking a MUST!

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Middle School Teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation and development of Achiever’s curriculum and the success of its students. Therefore, Achievers Early College Prep seeks middle school teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a grade level team. Teachers will have and be able to do the following:

• Expert in content knowledge in Mathematics.
• Able to teach Intervention Math.
• Extensive knowledge of Mathematics interventions that specifically target math skills.
• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards.
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions.
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior.
• Will be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Able to teach remotely and in-person (school is currently remote and will work with the right candidate on scheduling flexibility).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in an upper elementary or middle school with an underserved population.
• Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results.
• Valid State Certification requested.

SIGNING BONUS:

• The successful candidate will attract a $2,500 signing bonus.

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Physical Demands of the Role:

Achievers Early College Prep is a gap-closing, "All-in", team-oriented charter school focused on results for kids. This role requires a significant amount of standing, teaching, grading, annotating and assessing student work quickly; writing or internalizing plans quickly and regularly; engaging in learning and feedback protocols, and being open to observations and growth-oriented feedback. Are you able to meet the requirements of this role?