Leave Replacement Teacher of Social Studies

South Orange - Maplewood Public Schools; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Participation in state pension system

Paid sick and personal days

Tuition reimbursement for continuing教育

Life insurance

Job summary

South Orange Middle School within South Orange - Maplewood Public Schools is seeking a Leave Replacement Teacher of Social Studies to instruct middle school students in the Social Studies Department. The position runs January 22, 2027 through June 2027 with a 1.0 FTE commitment.

Qualifications include New Jersey Teacher of Social Studies Certification and preferred secondary-level teaching experience. The role offers a clear salary progression according to degree level, and benefits including

Qualifications

• New Jersey Teacher of Social Studies Certification is required.
• Experience teaching at a secondary level is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, team building and communication skills.
• Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status required.

Responsibilities

• Implements instruction to meet students' individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students' maturity and interests.
• Guides learning toward curriculum goals and objectives.
• Employs instructional methods and materials aligned with objectives.
• Assesses student performance on an ongoing basis and provides progress reports.
• Identifies students who require additional support services.
• Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.
• Engages in professional development to enhance instructional practices.
• Participates in building and district meetings.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team building

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

New Jersey Teacher of Social Studies Certification

Job description

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Mathematics

Date Posted: 10/15/2026

Location: South Orange Middle School

Date Available: 01/22/2027

Closing Date: Until Filled

LEAVE REPLACEMENT TEACHER OF SOCIAL STUDIES

1.0 FTE - SOUTH ORANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

AVAILABLE JANUARY 22, 2027 THROUGH JUNE 2027

THE POSITION

The assignment is to teach middle school students various courses within the Social Studies Department.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• New Jersey Teacher of Social Studies Certification required.
• Experience teaching at a secondary level is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, team building and communication skills.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

Starting Salary Range:

• Bachelor's Degree: $70,000 - 100,315
• Master's Degree: $77,450 - $109,865
• Master's + 30 Credits: $81,565 - $115,450
• Doctorate: $84,565 - $118,450

Key Highlights

• Clear progression based on experience and educational attainment
• Substantial salary increases for advanced degrees
• Top-tier salaries reaching six figures for experienced educators

Benefits

• Medical, and dental insurance
• Participation in the NJ state pension system
• Paid sick and personal days
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Life insurance

JOB GOAL(S)

To provide instructional leadership in the classroom in accordance with the course of study approved by the Board of Education approved curriculum.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Implements instruction to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
2. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
3. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.
4. Employs instructional methods and available materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
5. Assesses the performance of students on a continuing basis and provides progress reports as required.
6. Identifies students who require additional support services.
7. Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents.
8. Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.
9. Engages in professional development activities, which enhances instructional practices.
10. Participates in appropriate building and district meetings.
11. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS OF THE POSITION

To maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators and appropriate community groups.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 Months

Salary as per SOMEA Agreement