Dynamic High School Biology Teacher — Inquiry-Based Learning

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; North Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

North Plainfield School District seeks a dynamic High School Biology teacher for North Plainfield High School. The role focuses on inquiry-based learning, rigorous standards-aligned instruction, and strong engagement with diverse learners.

The ideal candidate will design labs, use data to inform instruction, and collaborate with science teams to strengthen curriculum. Ten-month position; salary per negotiated agreement, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• NJ instructional certificate with Biological Science endorsement.
• Strong biology content knowledge and NJ Student Learning Standards alignment.
• Design rigorous, standards-aligned instruction.
• Experience with laboratory investigations and inquiry-based learning.
• Use data to inform instruction and provide targeted support.
• Commitment to differentiating for diverse learners.
• Strong classroom management, communication, organization, and collaboration.
• Ability to integrate technology and scientific applications.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned biology instruction.
• Engage students in laboratory investigations and data analysis.
• Connect biology concepts to real-world applications.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Assess learning and adjust instruction with interventions and enrichment.
• Promote curiosity, collaboration, and student ownership.
• Maintain laboratory safety procedures.
• Collaborate with science colleagues and administrators to strengthen curriculum.
• Participate in professional development and district initiatives.
• Communicate progress with students, families, and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Biology content knowledge

Differentiation

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Data-informed instruction

Technology integration

Bilingual candidates encouraged

Inquiry-based learning

Education

Valid NJ teaching certificate (Biological Science)

Job description

North Plainfield School District seeks a dynamic High School Biology teacher for North Plainfield High School. The role focuses on inquiry-based learning, rigorous standards-aligned instruction, and strong engagement with diverse learners.

The ideal candidate will design labs, use data to inform instruction, and collaborate with science teams to strengthen curriculum. Ten-month position; salary per negotiated agreement, with comprehensive benefits.