Middle School Science Teacher (2026-2027)

Achievers Early College Prep; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Achievers Early College Prep in Trenton, New Jersey, is looking for a Middle School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree, preferably a Master's degree, and teaching experience with underserved populations. Responsibilities include designing curriculum and assessments, utilizing data for instruction, and promoting student engagement. The school offers a unique opportunity to impact students' academic success and growth through collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching upper elementary, middle, or high school students.
• Valid NJ Teacher Certification completed or in progress.
• Culturally aware and sensitive.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement curriculum and assessments for academic standards.
• Use data to refine curriculum and improve instructional practices.
• Accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards.

Skills

Content knowledge in Science

Interpersonal and communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Student engagement techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Middle School Science Teacher (2026-2027)

ABOUT ACHIEVERS:

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey’s first public charter school for students in middle school and high school that provides them with the unique opportunity to pursue one of four STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can have access to a program that allows them to earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials and workplace training. AECP is determined to ensure that students can enhance their journey through high school and graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences that are essential to the current marketplace and the world beyond.

ACHIEVERS FIT:

• Demonstrates alignment and commitment to Achievers Early College Prep's mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
• Adaptable in a growing environment; Is flexible and solutions-oriented
• Evidence of self-motivation, taking initiatives , and willingness to be a team player
• Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge as a means to dramatically increase student achievement
• Driven to deliver rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
• Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
• Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
• Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, practice, and notion of “I’M ALL IN!”
• Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Achievers Early College Prep is excited to grow a team of middle school teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration. Teachers in this position will have and be able to do the following:

• Expert in content knowledge in Science (Earth, Life, Space, Physical)
• Design and implement curriculum and assessments that measure progress towards academic standards
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Receptive to weekly coaching and committed to growing and strengthening practice
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior
• Implement multiple techniques for increased student engagement and checking for understanding
• Will be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred
• Teaching experience in an upper elementary, middle, or high school with an underserved population
• Adept interpersonal and communication skills to 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.

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