Co-Teacher

College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS); Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary starting at 55K

Signing bonus

Performance bonus

Retention bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

NJ State Pension Plan

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Professional development support

Teacher referral program

Extended time off for Thanksgiving and

Winter breaks

Job summary

College Achieve Public Schools seeks a dynamic Co-Teacher for our elementary school in Paterson, NJ. You will deliver engaging instruction, develop aligned lesson plans, and foster a positive classroom climate supporting student growth and equity.

The ideal candidate will hold NJ teaching certification (or eligibility), pass a background check, and collaborate with staff to meet curriculum goals and family engagement expectations.

Qualifications

• Requires NJ teaching certification or eligibility
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Criminal history background check required

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction
• Develop and implement lesson plans
• Establish a classroom culture of learning, respect, and high expectations
• Communicate with families regarding student progress
• Assess and track student performance and provide interventions
• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership
• Participate in professional development and school initiatives
• Support school events and community activities
• Complete attendance, grading, and lesson planning
• Adhere to all policies and procedures

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

New Jersey teaching certification or eligibility

Job description

Organization: College Achieve Public Schools
District: College Achieve Paterson Charter School
Location: Paterson, NJ 07502

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 Co-Teacher to join our team at our elementary school. 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: Starting at 55K, commensurate with experience
• Additional bonuses can include Signing, Performance, 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

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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

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