NJ Certified ELA Teacher 2026-2027

Achievers Early College Prep; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public charter school in New Jersey is seeking a Middle School Certified ELA Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. The role emphasizes rigorous instruction, effective communication with diverse audiences, and commitment to student engagement. Candidates with a valid NJ Teacher Certification and a Bachelor’s degree are encouraged to apply. Join a dedicated team focused on improving student outcomes through innovative teaching methods.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in upper elementary, middle, or high school with underserved populations.
• Valid NJ Teacher Certification completed or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement curriculum and assessments that measure progress.
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Expert in English Language Arts content knowledge

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Adaptability in a growing environment

Experience with ELA interventions

Quantifiable track record of academic results

Familiarity with Google Classroom

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Middle School CERTIFIED ELA Teacher (2025-2026)

ABOUT ACHIEVERS:

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey’s first public charter school for middle and high school students that offers unique STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering, and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials, and workplace training. AECP focuses on ensuring students graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences essential to the marketplace.

ACHIEVERS FIT

• Demonstrates alignment and commitment to AECP’s mission and educational philosophy
• Adaptable in a growing environment; flexible and solutions-oriented
• Self‑motivated, initiates actions, and is willing to be a team player
• Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge to increase student achievement
• Driven to deliver rigorous instruction emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and literary analysis
• Exhibits focus on analyzing student work and data, with a commitment to data‑driven decision making
• Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
• Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, and an “I’M ALL IN!” mindset
• Culturally aware, sensitive, and asset‑based thinking

ABOUT THE ROLE

AECP seeks high school teachers who continuously improve curriculum and instruction through collaboration. Responsibilities include:

• Expert in English Language Arts content knowledge
• Extensive knowledge of ELA interventions (guided reading, small group instruction)
• Comfort with online applications to enhance learning
• Design and implement curriculum and assessments that measure progress toward academic standards
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Receptive to weekly coaching and committed to growth
• Provide consistent rewards and consequences for student behavior
• Implement multiple techniques for increased student engagement and checking for understandingAccountable for student mastery of academic standards
• Familiarity with Google Classroom and virtual meeting platforms
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Teaching experience in upper elementary, middle, or high school with underserved populations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse audiences
• Valid NJ Teacher Certification completed or in progress

As set forth in Achievers Early College Prep’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Voluntary self‑identification for disability and veteran status is encouraged in compliance with federal and state requirements. No information will be used in hiring decisions.