Anticipated Middle School Science Teacher

Deptford Township Public Schools; Deptford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Deptford Township Public Schools is seeking an Anticipated Middle School Science Teacher at Deptford Middle School. The position involves planning lessons, creating an engaging classroom, and aligning instruction with district goals.

ASAP start, with a starting salary range based on degree level as per the current CBA. Applicants must hold or be eligible for a New Jersey instructional certificate and meet Highly Qualified requirements set by the New Jersey Department of Education.

Qualifications

• Holds or is eligible for a New Jersey Instructional certificate in specific areas or grades to be taught.
• Highly Qualified in specific areas as required by the New Jersey Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Plans lessons that meet the diverse needs of all students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the students.
• Guides learning toward district and school goals and objectives.
• Employs instructional methods aligned with standards of proficiency.
• Promotes student learning and achievement according to standards of proficiency.
• Assesses student progress, keeps records, and provides progress reports.
• Confers with parents/guardians as necessary.
• Identifies learning needs and seeks district specialists when appropriate.
• Assists in curriculum development and selection of instructional materials.
• Attends staff meetings and participates on staff committees.
• Upholds school rules, policies, and regulations.
• Maintains professional development and ethical behavior in interactions with students and staff.

Education

New Jersey Instructional Certificate

Highly Qualified in NJDOE areas

Job description

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Mathematics

Date Posted: 10/6/2026

Location: Deptford Middle School

Date Available: ASAP

TITLE: Anticipated Middle School Science Teacher

Starting Salary Range: $68,570 - $73,570 (based off degree level in our current CBA)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds or is eligible for a New Jersey Instructional certificate in specific areas or grades to be taught.
• Highly Qualified in specific areas as required by the New Jersey Department of Education.

REPORT TO: School Principal

JOB GOALS:

• To effect desired student learning as prescribed by the mission and vision of school district.
• To provide the approved educational program and perform such duties as may be required to maintain the effectiveness and efficiency of the school district operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans lessons that strive to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of all students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning program toward the achievement of district and school goals and objectives.
• Employs instructional methods and achievement in accordance with established standards of proficiency.
• Promotes student learning and achievement in accordance with established standards of proficiency.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, keep appropriate records, and provides progress reports, as required.
• Confers, as necessary and desirable, with parents/guardians.
• Identifies the learning needs of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of district specialists, when appropriate.
• Assists in curriculum development, in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials, and maintains required records.
• Attends staff meetings and serves, as appropriate, on staff committees.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy.
• Maintains professional development and growth.
• Maintains ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel and other agencies.
• Performs duties which are within the scope of his/her employment and certification as assigned by his/her supervisor in accordance with N.J. State Law, State Board of Education Rules and Regulations, Deptford Township Board of education policies, and contractual obligations.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

References: N.J.S.A. 18A: 27-3.1 et seq.

N.J.A.C. 6A:9-8.6, 6A: 32-4.4, 6A: 32-4.5