Language Arts Teacher - Full-Time, Tenurable

DISTRICT; Passaic (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Passaic Board of Education in Passaic, New Jersey is seeking a Language Arts Teacher to deliver instruction aligned with district curricula and standards. Candidates must hold a valid New Jersey instructional certificate and a bachelor’s degree, with a focus on high expectations and a supportive learning environment.

The role requires reporting to administrative staff, adherence to board policies, and ongoing collaboration with colleagues to improve student achievement.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid New Jersey instructional certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) in accordance with the requirements of New Jersey statutes and regulations.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher; exceptions to be determined based on New Jersey statues and regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, instructional content, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to providing every student a supportive and structured learning environment, based around high expectations for student learning and success.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction consistent with district programs of study, curriculum, and instructional guidelines.
• Deliver instructional practice and pedagogy consistent with the approved curriculum and which meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Implement the district’s philosophy of education and the State, district and school’s instructional goals and objectives.
• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students through the creation and support of a positive learning environment.
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and other agencies associated with the school.
• Provide a nurturing, supportive and positive classroom climate that encourages student responsibility, using positive motivation, challenging instructional strategies, and effective classroom management techniques.

Education

New Jersey instructional certificate

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Passaic Board of Education in Passaic, New Jersey is seeking a Language Arts Teacher to deliver instruction aligned with district curricula and standards. Candidates must hold a valid New Jersey instructional certificate and a bachelor’s degree, with a focus on high expectations and a supportive learning environment.

The role requires reporting to administrative staff, adherence to board policies, and ongoing collaboration with colleagues to improve student achievement.