Anticipated Secondary - Science

Paylocity; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newgrange School is seeking a Secondary Science Teacher to deliver rigorous science instruction for the 2026–2027 school year in New Jersey. You will work under the principal and align lessons with state standards, while supporting students’ academic and individual learning needs.

Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, implementing IEP goals, collaborating with staff, and maintaining accurate student records in a structured classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and NJDOE science certification.
• Fingerprinting and criminal history clearance required.
• Supportive, positive learning environment with differentiation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging science instruction aligned with NJ standards.
• Develop and adapt lessons to meet diverse student needs.
• Implement IEP goals and accommodations and maintain records.
• Use differentiated strategies to support learning.
• Monitor progress and communicate with families and staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues and specialists to support students.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Lesson planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NJDOE Science Certification

Fingerprinting clearance

Job description

Description

Job Title: Secondary Science Teacher

School Year: 2026–2027

Job Duties

The Secondary Science Teacher reports to the Principal and provides effective science instruction while supporting students' academic and individual learning needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging science instruction aligned with New Jersey standards and the school curriculum.
• Develop and adapt lessons to meet individual student needs and learning profiles.
• Implement student IEP goals and accommodations and maintain accurate student records.
• Use differentiated and multisensory instructional strategies to support student learning.
• Monitor and communicate student progress with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and structured classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and other professionals to support student needs.
• Attend IEP meetings, staff meetings, professional development, and required school activities.
• Supervise students as assigned.
• Support the mission, philosophy, policies, and educational goals of The Newgrange School.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Administration.

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and valid New Jersey instructional certificate or Statement of Eligibility appropriate for science instruction.
• NJDOE Science Certification; TOH or TOSD certification preferred.
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies and differentiated instruction.
• Ability to maintain a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• NJDOE-required fingerprinting and criminal history clearance.
• Other qualifications as determined appropriate by the Principal and/or Executive Director.