English/Language Arts Teachers

Education Jobs NJ; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools is seeking certified English/Language Arts teachers for middle and high school placements across the district. The role requires NJ certification with an endorsement in Language Arts/English, and a commitment to improving student achievement.

Viable candidates should demonstrate data-driven instruction, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage diverse learners in a dynamic classroom environment. Resumes are accepted 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach English/Language Arts in middle school and high school classrooms.
• Use data to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and community to support student achievement.

Skills

Knowledge of NJSLS & NJSLA

Data-driven instruction

Interpersonal communication

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

NJ K-8, Middle School Language Arts or English certificate

Endorsement in Language Arts/English

Job description

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

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 inMiddle 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

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• 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 Aff