Elementary Teacher (5th Grade - ELA )

Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package (health, dental and

Vision coverage

Job summary

Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson in Paterson, NJ is seeking an Elementary School Teacher for grades 4-5 to lead engaging instruction and manage a data-informed classroom. The teacher will collaborate with grade-level teams, implement rigorous curriculum, and assess student progress in a dynamic learning environment.

Under the supervision of the Assistant Principal, you will support targeted instruction, communicate with families, and participate in professional development to promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
• Hold a valid NJ State PK-3 or K-6 Teacher Certification.
• 1-2 years teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to ensuring academic success for all students.
• English communication proficiency; bilingual is a plus.
• Background check through NJ Department of Education; CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead direct instruction in the classroom for whole groups, small groups, and individual students.
• Collaborate with grade level partners and staff to implement a strong, engaging curriculum.
• Monitor and manage student progress, academic performance, and grades.
• Enter, update, and maintain accurate student grades in the grading platform.
• Analyze student data to inform instructional planning and decision-making.
• Plan targeted instruction and small-group interventions based on data.
• Track and evaluate student progress to identify learning needs and adjust instruction.
• Communicate effectively with families to promote student success and consistency between home and school.
• Create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Support during other times of the day, including co-curricular and supervision during recess, lunch, and hallway.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication (English)

Organizational skills

Bilingual (plus)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Intermediate - Grades 4, 5
  
• Date Posted:
  11/10/2026
  
• Location:
  Philip`s Academy Charter School of Paterson
  (High-Needs School)
  

Mission:

The mission of Philip's Academy Charter school of Paterson is, we will provide a moral and rigorous education to a diverse student body, accomplished in a hands-on, technology infused educational environment that embraces differentiated instruction and individual attention that will allow our students to attend college, while developing a commitment to global citizenship, environmental sustainability, and personal virtue.

Nature and Scope of Job:

Under the supervision of the Assistant Principal, the Elementary School Teacher will be the instructional leader of their classroom. The teacher will create, manage, and participate in a variety of learning environments and activities that enhance student development and mastery of learning objectives. Philip's teachers participate in extensive professional development, collaborate with other faculty and staff, promote rigorous learning opportunities, and look out for the collective and individual interests of Philip's students as well as the schools' greater community.

Responsibilities:

• Lead direct instruction in the classroom for whole groups, small groups, and individual students.
• Work cooperatively with grade level partners and additional staff to implement a strong, engaging, integrated and appropriate curriculum.
• Monitor and manage student progress, academic performance, and grades.
• Enter, update, and maintain accurate student grades in the grading platform.
• Analyze student data to inform instructional planning and decision-making.
• Use assessment data to plan and implement targeted instruction and small-group interventions.
• Track and evaluate student progress to identify learning needs and adjust instruction accordingly
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with families to ensure consistency between home and school in order to promote student success.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Support during other times of the day, including but not limited to teaching a co-curricular and providing supervision during recess, lunch, and hallway.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice from the Principal.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field required; advanced degree in education a plus.
• Hold a valid NJ State PK-3 or K-6 Teacher Certification.
• 1-2 years teaching experience is preferred.
• Commitment to ensuring academic success for all students.
• Shared dedication to Philip's Academy's philosophy and mission.
• Excellent teamwork, work ethic, and organizational skills.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and verbally. Being bilingual is a plus.
• Possess excellent integrity, a gentle spirit, and demonstrate strong moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate technological abilities: word processing, data management, and informational retrieval.
• Submit a background check through the New Jersey Department of Education.
• Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certification upon hire.
• Complete a Tuberculosis test and physical and provide a physician's documentation of both.
• Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry students up to 70lbs.

Salary Range:

$60,000 - $70,000

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits which includes a healthcare package (health, dental and vision), paid time off (personal and sick days), life insurance, retirement plans (pension & 403B), tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness program, and employee referral program.

Philip's Academy Charter Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.