Language Arts Teacher Leave Replacement (anticipated)

Cranford Public Schools; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranford Public Schools seeks a Language Arts teacher to serve as a leave replacement at Orange Avenue School from February 26, 2027 through June 17, 2027. The role requires NJ English certification and a commitment to student-centered learning.

Ideal candidates will have experience with Balanced Literacy, Reading/Writing Workshop, and data-informed instruction, plus collaboration with colleagues to grow professionally. Masters degree and Special Education certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• NJ English (Secondary) certification required.
• Experience and/or Masters degree preferred.
• Knowledge of digital writing tools, personalized learning and ELA design.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Language Arts instruction as a leave replacement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student-centered learning.
• Utilize Balanced Literacy and data-informed instruction in lessons.

Skills

Digital writing tools

Personalized learning

ELA unit design

Instruction

Assessment

Balanced Literacy

Reading Workshop

Writing Workshop

Structured Literacy

Data-informed instruction

Collaboration

Professional learning

Parent involvement

Education

New Jersey English Certification (Secondary)

Special Education certification helpful

Masters degree preferred

Job description

Language Arts Teacher Leave Replacement (anticipated) JobID: 2449

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Language Arts
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• Location: Orange Avenue School
• Date Available: 02/26/2027

Job Summary

February 26, 2027throughJune 17, 2027

Requirements

• Appropriate State of NJ English (Secondary) Certification required. An additional certification in Special Education is helpful.
• Experience and/or Masters Degree preferred
• Candidates will have knowledge of digital writing tools and technology, personalized learning, and innovative English Language Arts unit/lesson design, instruction, and assessment.
• An understanding of Balanced Literacy, specifically Reading and Writing Workshop instruction, as well as Structured Literacy, specifically data-informed instruction.
• Candidates should be willing to learn from and with colleagues in a collaborative environment, stretching themselves to continuously grow their craft. Ideal candidates will consider professional learning a necessity.
• Clear commitment to student-centered instruction in a parent-involved community.