K-4 Math & Science Teacher Leader

Hackensack Public Schools; Village of Mineola (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Public Schools seeks a Teacher Leader K-4 Math and Science for the 2026-2027 school year. This role focuses on supporting K-4 teachers in math and science, leading structured data conversations, and guiding instructional improvements within the district.

The position reports to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and is a 60-hour allocation funded as a supplemental assignment. Compensation is $57.85 per hour, totaling $3,471 per position, with time records and planning

Qualifications

• Currently employed as a teacher in Hackensack Public Schools and holds a valid New Jersey instructional certificate appropriate to the assigned position.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of district curriculum and NJ Student Learning Standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of formative and summative assessment practices.
• Ability to analyze student data and guide colleagues in instructional next steps.
• Understanding MTSS and tiered instruction to support all learners.
• Experience facilitating collaborative professional learning communities (PLCs).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with staff and leadership.
• Willingness to participate in district-provided professional learning.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional judgment in planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead data conversations using district protocols to examine student achievement and growth data.
• Facilitate PLCs and collaborative planning across buildings and departments.
• Plan and facilitate grade-level meetings and department meetings for K–12 content areas.
• Guide teams in analyzing data and determining instructional next steps.
• Support MTSS implementation through professional learning and data use.
• Collaborate with Reading Specialists and special education staff to align screening and progress monitoring.
• Prepare agendas, protocols, and materials for professional learning activities.

Skills

NJ certificate

Curriculum standards

Data analysis

Assessment practices

MTSS knowledge

Differentiated teaching

Collaborative skills

Facilitation skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Professional communication

Education

New Jersey teaching certificate

Job description

Hackensack Public Schools seeks a Teacher Leader K-4 Math and Science for the 2026-2027 school year. This role focuses on supporting K-4 teachers in math and science, leading structured data conversations, and guiding instructional improvements within the district.

The position reports to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and is a 60-hour allocation funded as a supplemental assignment. Compensation is $57.85 per hour, totaling $3,471 per position, with time records and planning