Middle School Science Teacher (6-8) — Lab & Inquiry Focus

Hamilton Township School District; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/dental insurance

NJ Pension Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District invites applications for a Science Teacher (Grades 6-8) at the middle school level. The role focuses on delivering engaging science instruction aligned with the NJ Student Learning Standards and NGSS, including inquiry-based labs and modeling experiences.

The ideal candidate holds a valid NJ instructional certificate for science (grades 5-8) and is prepared to collaborate with colleagues to strengthen the science program. Competitive salary and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ Instructional Certificate (Earth, Physical or Biological Science or Science 5-8).
• Ability to conduct and facilitate laboratory investigations.
• Experience with modeling and inquiry-based science instruction.
• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards (NGSS) and NJSLA.
• Willingness to collaborate with department members.

Responsibilities

• Teach science to grades 6-8.
• Model inquiry-based science instruction.
• Collaborate with fellow department members.

Skills

Lab investigations

Inquiry-based instruction

Technology integration

Collaboration with department

Education

NJ Instructional Certificate (Science 5-8)

Earth/Physical/Biological Science certification

Knowledge of NGSS & NJ Student Learning Standards

Tools

OpenSciEd materials

Digital lab equipment

Job description

Hamilton Township School District invites applications for a Science Teacher (Grades 6-8) at the middle school level. The role focuses on delivering engaging science instruction aligned with the NJ Student Learning Standards and NGSS, including inquiry-based labs and modeling experiences.

The ideal candidate holds a valid NJ instructional certificate for science (grades 5-8) and is prepared to collaborate with colleagues to strengthen the science program. Competitive salary and benefits apply.