English/Language Arts Teachers

Various Locations; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District is seeking certified English/Language Arts teachers for middle and high school classrooms across the district. You’ll contribute to student achievement and bring enthusiasm to a diverse urban school environment.

Candidates must hold a New Jersey instructional certificate with an endorsement in Middle School Language Arts or English, or meet equivalent certification requirements. Immediate openings exist for the 2026-27 school year.

Qualifications

• Must hold New Jersey K-8, Middle School Language Arts, or English certificate.
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA.
• Able to analyze data to drive instruction.
• Experience working with students and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach English/Language Arts to middle and high school students district-wide.
• Use data to inform instruction and engage diverse learners.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Computer literacy

Oral and written communication

Experience with students

Education

NJ teaching certificate

Endorsement: Middle School Language Arts or English

K-8 certificate acceptable

Tools

Instructional software

Job description

English/Language Arts Teachers

Paterson Public School District Various Locations - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5941958

Application Deadline: May 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a general posting for positions throughout the school districtat the middle and high school grade levels. Your resumewill be shared for positions that align with your endorsement area(s).

Calling Certified ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHERS! Are you ready to join a team of exceptional certified educators at Paterson Public Schools – the third largest school district in New Jersey? We are looking for teachers who are experts in their content area, are committed to improving student achievement, and will bring enthusiasm to the classroom.

We are seeking highly motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic certified educators for the 2026-27 school year.

We are accepting resumes for English/Language Arts teachers certified by the State of New Jersey to teach in our middle school and high school classrooms throughout the district.

Viable candidates must hold a certificate issued by the New Jersey Department of Education, or meet the requirements for certification, with an endorsement in Middle School Language Arts OR English. Middle School positions may also be filled by candidates with the old K-8 certificate.

Qualifications:

• Must hold New Jersey K-8, Middle School Language Arts, or English certificate
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA
• Ability to analyze and use data to drive instruction
• Experience working with students
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and good moral character
• Must be a critical thinker, problem solver, and respect others
• Must be computer literate and able to use interactive computer instructional software
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, and the community

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $64,830 to $107,699 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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