High School English Teacher

Paterson Public Schools; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools is seeking a certified High School English Teacher for John F. Kennedy High School starting September 1, 2025. The position requires a deep understanding of ELA standards and assessments, ensuring quality education for students while meeting their emotional and academic needs.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in ELA grades 9-12.
• Knowledge of NJSLS standards for teaching ELA at the high school level.
• Understanding of NJSLA and NJGPA assessments.

Responsibilities

• Teach Language Arts to high school students.
• Assess and address the social emotional needs of students.

Skills

Knowledgeable of NJSLS standards

Knowledge of NJSLA and NJGPA assessments

Knowledgeable of Social Emotional Needs

Education

Certification in ELA grades 9-12

Job description

Position Type:
HIGH SCHOOL TEACHING/ Language Arts

Date Posted:
6/5/2025

Location:
John F. Kennedy High School-Instructional

Date Available:
09/01/2025

Must be certified in ELA grades 9-12.

Knowledgeable of the NJSLS standards for teaching ELA a the High School level.

Knowledgeable of the NJSLA and NJGPA assessments and the HS Portfolio Process.

Knowledgeable of the Social Emotional Needs of students.

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 on the Paterson Public Schools website

Effective Date(s): September 1, 2025

Staff Needed: One (1) High School English Teacher

Qualifications:

• Must be certified in ELA grades 9-12.
• Knowledgeable of the NJSLS standards for teaching ELA a the High School level.
• Knowledgeable of the NJSLA and NJGPA assessments and the HS Portfolio Process.
• Knowledgeable of the Social Emotional Needs of students.

Salary: Per Negotiated Contract
Initiator: JoAnne Riviello, Principal

• 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 on the Paterson Public Schools website