English Teacher

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County is seeking a Teacher of English for the High School to engage students across CP, Honors, and AP courses.

The teacher will model, teach, and assess written expression, align with NJ Student Learning Standards for ELA, and integrate technology to enhance instruction.

Collaboration with colleagues and ongoing professional growth are expected, with a comprehensive benefits package and salary guided by experience and earned degree level.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ Instructional Certificate (Teacher of English).
• Experience with CP, Honors, AP high school courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to high school students across CP, Honors, AP.
• Model, teach, and assess written expression.
• Collaborate with department members.
• Integrate technology to enhance instruction.

Skills

Proficient at modeling/teaching/assess

Technology integration

Willingness to collaborate

Education

NJ Instructional Certificate (English)

Tools

NJ Student Learning Standards

State assessment specs (ELA)

Job description

• Date Posted:
  10/30/2026
• Location:
  High School
• Closing Date:
  11/13/2026

Teacher of English – High School

Requirements

• Valid NJ Instructional Certificate (Teacher of English)
• Knowledge/Experience working with various high school levels/courses (CP, Honors, AP)
• Proficient at modeling/teaching/assessing written expression
• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for ELA
• Knowledge of state assessment test specifications for English Language Arts
• Ability to integrate technology effectively to enhance instruction
• Knowledge of Charlotte Danielson's Framework for Teaching – a plus
• Knowledge of best practices in high school level education
• Willingness to collaborate with fellow department members
• As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level

Effective: 2026- 2027School Year

Anticipated start date: 12/1/26 or pending clearance.

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 )

Postings current as of 11/1/2026 8:51:57 AM CST.

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