Biology Teacher

College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS); Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

NJ State Pension

Flexible Spending Account

Professional development support

Teacher referral program

Extended time off for holidays

Job summary

College Achieve Public Schools in North Plainfield, NJ is seeking a dynamic biology teacher to deliver engaging content, develop thoughtful lessons, and foster an inclusive classroom environment. You will communicate with families, assess progress, and collaborate with staff to support student growth.

The position requires valid NJ teaching certification or eligibility and a Bachelor's degree, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Possession or eligibility for NJ CE/CEAS/Standard teaching certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, standards-based biology instruction.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum goals.
• Establish a classroom culture of learning, respect, and high expectations.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and activities.
• Assess student performance and provide feedback and interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership.
• Participate in professional development and school initiatives.
• Support school events, field trips, and community-building activities.
• Complete attendance, grading, and lesson planning administrative tasks.
• Follow district and network policies.

Skills

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

NJ teaching certification eligibility / certification

Job description

Organization: College Achieve Public Schools
District: College Achieve Central Charter School
Location: North Plainfield, NJ 07060

About College Achieve Public Schools

College Achieve Public Schools is a growing network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to preparing scholars for college and lifelong success. Our mission is to equip every student with the academic foundation and character necessary to thrive in a competitive world. We believe in high expectations, a supportive environment, and providing every teacher with the tools to succeed.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate biology teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be committed to academic excellence and student growth, bring creativity to their instruction, and foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction
• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect student needs and curriculum goals
• Establish a classroom culture that promotes learning, respect, and high expectations
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom activities
• Assess and track student performance; provide feedback and intervention as needed
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership
• Participate in professional development sessions and school-wide initiatives
• Support school events, field trips, and community-building activities
• Complete administrative responsibilities including attendance, grading, and lesson planning
• Adhere to all school, district, and network policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey CE, CEAS, or Standard teaching certification (or eligibility for certification)
• Must pass a criminal history background check
• Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant field

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $60,000 $80,000, commensurate with experience
• Additional bonuses can include Signing and Retention incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • NJ State Pension Plan
  • Flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Professional development support, including access to a lesson plan repository
  • Teacher referral program
  • Extended time off for the Thanksgiving and winter breaks

Performance Evaluation

Staff are evaluated under the Achieve NJ Teacher Evaluation system, which includes:

• Teacher Practice
• Student Achievement
• Student Growth Percentiles (when applicable)

Supervision

• [For classroom-based roles]: Supervision of students, paraprofessionals, and volunteers

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for educational equity and high academic standards
• Commitment to continuous professional growth
• Ability to build strong relationships with students and families
• Flexibility and a solutions-oriented mindset