High School English Teacher');

Collegeachieve; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and passionate team as an English teacher at College Achieve Public Schools in New Jersey. This role emphasizes academic excellence, creative instruction, and fostering a positive learning environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided, including health insurance and professional development support.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

NJ State Pension Plan

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Professional development support

Teacher referral program

Extended time off for the Thanksgiving and winter breaks

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey CE, CEAS, or Standard teaching certification or eligibility.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect student needs.
• Assess and track student performance and provide feedback.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Flexibility

Solutions-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

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Location: College Achieve Central Charter School/ North Plainfield, NJ

Organization: College Achieve Public Schools

About College Achieve Public Schools

College Achieve Public Schools is a growing network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to preparing scholars for college and lifelong success. Our mission is to equip every student with the academic foundation and character necessary to thrive in a competitive world. We believe in high expectations, a supportive environment, and providing every teacher with the tools to succeed.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate English teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be committed to academic excellence and student growth, bring creativity to their instruction, and foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction
• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect student needs and curriculum goals
• Establish a classroom culture that promotes learning, respect, and high expectations
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom activities
• Assess and track student performance; provide feedback and intervention as needed
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership
• Participate in professional development sessions and school-wide initiatives
• Support school events, field trips, and community-building activities
• Complete administrative responsibilities including attendance, grading, and lesson planning
• Adhere to all school, district, and network policies and procedures
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey CE, CEAS, or Standard teaching certification (or eligibility for certification)
• Must pass a criminal history background check
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $65,000 – $75,000, commensurate with experience
• Additional bonuses can include Signing, Performance, and Retention incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• NJ State Pension Plan
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Professional development support, including access to a lesson plan repository
• Teacher referral program
• Extended time off for the Thanksgiving and winter breaks
  

Performance Evaluation

Staff are evaluated under the Achieve NJ Teacher Evaluation system, which includes:

• Teacher Practice
• Student Achievement
• Student Growth Percentiles (when applicable)
  
  

Supervision

• [For classroom-based roles]: Supervision of students, paraprofessionals, and volunteers
  
  

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for educational equity and high academic standards
• Commitment to continuous professional growth
• Ability to build strong relationships with students and families
• Flexibility and a solutions-oriented mindset

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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