Dynamic Elementary Teacher | Grow Minds, Build Equity

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Life insurance

NJ State Pension Plan

FSAs

Professional development support

Teacher referral program

Extended breaks

Job summary

College Achieve Public Schools in Paterson, NJ, invites an passionate elementary school teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, standards-based instruction and foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment aligned with our college-prep mission.

Requirements include valid NJ CE/CEAS/Standard certification (or eligibility), a background check clearance, and a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction
• Develop and implement lesson plans reflecting student needs and curriculum goals
• Establish a classroom culture promoting 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

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Student-centered instruction

Education

NJ teaching certification (CE/CEAS/Standard)

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

College Achieve Public Schools in Paterson, NJ, invites an passionate elementary school teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, standards-based instruction and foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment aligned with our college-prep mission.

Requirements include valid NJ CE/CEAS/Standard certification (or eligibility), a background check clearance, and a bachelor’s degree or higher.