Dynamic ELA Teacher: Middle & High School Impact (NJ)

Various Locations; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District is seeking certified English/Language Arts teachers for middle and high school classrooms across the district. You’ll contribute to student achievement and bring enthusiasm to a diverse urban school environment.

Candidates must hold a New Jersey instructional certificate with an endorsement in Middle School Language Arts or English, or meet equivalent certification requirements. Immediate openings exist for the 2026-27 school year.

Qualifications

• Must hold New Jersey K-8, Middle School Language Arts, or English certificate.
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA.
• Able to analyze data to drive instruction.
• Experience working with students and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach English/Language Arts to middle and high school students district-wide.
• Use data to inform instruction and engage diverse learners.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Computer literacy

Oral and written communication

Experience with students

Education

NJ teaching certificate

Endorsement: Middle School Language Arts or English

K-8 certificate acceptable

Tools

Instructional software

Job description

Paterson Public School District is seeking certified English/Language Arts teachers for middle and high school classrooms across the district. You’ll contribute to student achievement and bring enthusiasm to a diverse urban school environment.

Candidates must hold a New Jersey instructional certificate with an endorsement in Middle School Language Arts or English, or meet equivalent certification requirements. Immediate openings exist for the 2026-27 school year.