Elementary Teachers

Education Jobs NJ; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

NJ Pension Program

Professional development

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ seeks an Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in New Jersey. The role requires a New Jersey instructional certificate or CE with advanced standing and familiarity with the NJ Student Learning Standards, with a focus on differentiating instruction and integrating technology in mathematics and literacy.

Candidates should collaborate with grade-level teams, align to state assessments, and contribute to a positive school culture.

Qualifications

• Requires New Jersey instructional certificate or CE with advanced standing.
• Permits Early Childhood Ed P-3 or Elementary Ed K-6.
• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards.
• Collaborates with grade-level teachers.
• Differentiates instruction and integrates technology, esp. in math and ELA.
• Aware of state assessment expectations; teaching framework familiarity a plus.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Utilize technology to enhance student learning in math and ELA.
• Collaborate with other grade-level teachers to plan and assess.
• Align instruction with NJ Student Learning Standards and assessments.

Education

New Jersey Instructional Certificate

Certificate of Eligibility

CE with Advanced Standing

Early Childhood Education P-3

Elementary Education K-6

Job description

Position Type

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION/Elementary Teacher

Date Posted

9/4/2026

Location

Elementary

Closing Date

10/31/2026

Requirements

• New Jersey Instructional Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility, or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing
  • Early Childhood Education P-3 or
  • Elementary Education K-6
• Knowledge/experience with NJ Student Learning Standards
• Ability to work collaboratively with other grade level teachers
• Willingness to differentiate instruction and utilize technology to enhance student learning (particularly in mathematics and language arts literacy)
• Knowledge of state assessment expectations and test specifications (where applicable)
• Experience with Charlotte Danielson's Framework for Teaching (a plus)
• Bilingual (a plus)

Effective

2026- 2027 School Year

Salary

• As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level
• Minimum $67,958 - maximum $99,181

Benefits

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package:
including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

AA/EEO

In accordance with S-414/A-3188 (http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM), school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.

Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml)