Middle School Social Studies Leave-Replacement Teacher (Jan–Jun)

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

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