Elementary School Teacher - Lead & Drive Student Progress

KIPP New Jersey; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

NJ Pension Plan

403b retirement plan

Laptop provided

Transportation benefits

Generous time-off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

KIPP New Jersey seeks an Elementary School Teacher to join a mission-driven team. You will create engaging lessons, use data to tailor instruction, and build strong relationships with students, families, and staff.

The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement within a high-performing charter network. Training and growth opportunities accompany a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ teaching certification or eligibility with GPA requirements.
• Experience at a high-performing charter network is preferred.
• Commitment to equity, relationships, and data-informed instruction.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify and prepare lesson plans aligned to curriculum.
• Use data to drive instruction and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to support student growth.
• Maintain classroom management and a positive learning environment.
• Assist with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing.
• Adjust strategies to meet learning objectives for all students.
• Update performance trackers to guide lesson planning.
• Participate in meetings and school events.

Skills

Student potential

Classroom success

Subject matter

Diversity engagement

Collaboration

Student achievement

Education

NJ teaching certification

Bachelor's degree

Job description

KIPP New Jersey seeks an Elementary School Teacher to join a mission-driven team. You will create engaging lessons, use data to tailor instruction, and build strong relationships with students, families, and staff.

The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement within a high-performing charter network. Training and growth opportunities accompany a competitive salary and benefits.