English Teacher

Central Jersey College Preparatory Charter School; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental andVision

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Flexible spending account

Extra stipends opportunities

Job summary

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School in Somerset, NJ seeks a high school English teacher to deliver Language Arts instruction and support college readiness. The role emphasizes literacy, assessment-driven instruction, and collaboration with staff.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree, NJ CE/CEAS or Standard Certification, and possess U.S. work authorization. A tenure-track path and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and NJ teaching certification.
• NJ Criminal History background clearance required.
• Work authorization in the U.S. and other standard teaching prerequisites.
• Tenure-track position with benefits and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to enhance literacy.
• Teach Language Arts to high school students including grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and composition.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain a disciplined classroom and foster respectful learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and administrators to support school initiatives.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student progress and activities.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth in Language Arts education.

Skills

Proven communication and instructional

Excellent communication (oral & .write

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification

Job description

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ English
• Date Posted: 9/17/2025
• Location: Central Jersey College Prep

About CJCP

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as:

USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016
NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018
US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024
National charter School, 2020
College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024
College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024
Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022
100% graduation rate, 2011- 2024
100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011

The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

Responsibilities Include:

Instructing students in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to enhance their literacy and communication skills.

Teach Language Arts to various grade levels skills such as grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and composition.

Incorporate formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed.

Support the academic and personal growth of students.

Regularly assess student progress through assignments, tests, and observations, providing timely feedback to students and parents/guardians.

Establish and maintain a disciplined classroom environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and active learning.

Work closely with fellow teachers, support staff, and administrators to enhance instructional practices and contribute to school-wide initiatives.

Maintain open communication with students, parents, and administrators regarding academic progress and classroom activities.

Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and developments in Language Arts education.

Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;

Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;

Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;

Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

Additional Responsibilities:

Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;

Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication;

Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction;

Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;

Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Proven communication and instructional strategies;

Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;

Excellent organizational skills.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;

Valid NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification;

NJ Criminal History;

Work authorization in the U.S.;

Tuberculosis Test;

Experience is a plus.

A tenure track position;

Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost;

Paid time off;

Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

Postings current as of 8/17/2026 6:50:54 PM CST.