MS Math Teacher Grade 7

Applitrack; Aldene (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Roselle Park Public Schools is seeking a certified middle school teacher to provide an approved education program and foster learning and personal growth within a dynamic school community.

The position emphasizes developmentally appropriate instruction, strong classroom management, effective communication with parents, and collaboration with staff to meet district goals and standards.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate with appropriate subject area endorsement(s) for the position held or eligibility.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements sequential learning experiences based on data and district goals.
• Plans and implements instruction to meet Cross-Content Workplace Readiness Standards.
• Engages learners in differentiated learning experiences for varied skill levels.
• Organizes and uses materials, equipment, media, and community resources to support instruction.
• Maintains a classroom environment that supports learning and student growth.
• Monitors pupil progress and maintains records of educational progress.

Skills

Effective teaching methods

Positive learning environment

Interpersonal communication

Education

NJ Teaching Certificate

Job description

REPORTS TO

Principal and/or other designated personnel

SUPERVISES

Pupils, and when assigned, student teachers and classroom aides.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB

• To provide an approved middle school education program and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth;
• To help pupils develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education;
• To maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6 Chapter 11 with appropriate subject area endorsement(s) for the position held or eligibility
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
• Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

• Salary, benefits, and leave time as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Conditions established by all laws and codes of the State, and all policies, rules, and regulations established by the Board of Education.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops lesson plans and classroom learning activities

• Works to achieve state core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning and skills development in the classroom. Teaches pupils through an approved course of study using board-adopted curricula, textbooks and other appropriate teaching materials.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Sets specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives.
• Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils.
• Supervises pupils in out of classroom activities as assigned.
• Attempts to maximize student achievement using many resources that align with the core curriculum standards.
• Demonstrates an awareness of the academic, social, and emotional needs of each student.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude toward each student.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Identifies individual pupil needs and works cooperatively with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning issues.
• Maintains a current inventory of the books, supplies, and materials used by students and the equipment housed in the classroom.

Instruction and pupil contact

JOB DESCRIPTION

Roselle Park Public Schools

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• Plans and implements sequential learning experiences, based on the use of data, for students in the content area for which the teacher is certified, using a variety of instructional strategies that are consistent with the district and school's philosophy, mission statement, instructional goals, school level objectives, and the Core Curriculum Content Standards. The learning experiences shall follow and use approved curricula and instructional materials.
• Plans and implements instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed the five broad areas of the Cross-Content Workplace Readiness Standards: Develops career planning and workplace readiness skills; Uses technology, information, and other tools; Uses critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving skills; Demonstrates self-management skills; and Applies safety standards.
• Engages the learners in highly effective, differentiated learning experiences for the range of skill levels and developmental needs found in the classroom, managing, when appropriate, multiple instructional activities simultaneously.
• Provides and effectively organizes a variety of materials, equipment, media, and community resources to support the instructional program, using school approved procedures.
• Maintains a classroom environment that supports learning and encourages student growth.
• Organizes and supervises approved field trips to enhance classroom learning.
• Uses effective presentation skills when employing direct instruction, including appropriate vocabulary and examples, clear and legible visuals, and articulate and audible speech.
• Uses excellent written and oral English skills when communicating with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Assists with the preparation, monitoring, and following of Individualized Education Plans for selected students assigned to the class.
• Assists with extracurricular activities, supporting the total program of the school. (Both the teaching and second level coaching)
• Instructs, advises, coaches, and supervises extracurricular activities, as defined by the collective bargaining agreement.
• Monitors pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction.
• Maintains records of pupil's educational progress in class record books and/or board approved forms and summarizes these marks for reporting purposes.
• Identifies pupil needs and provides instruction appropriate to those needs.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Budgets class time effectively.
• Devises written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts.
• Employs instructional methods and a variety of available materials that are appropriate for individual student abilities.
• Encourages and strives to improve student understanding of skills, concepts, and appreciations associated with subject area.
• Encourages the active involvement and engagement of students in the learning process.
• Identifies the learning difficulties and strengths of students and seeks assistance of district specialists.
• Assesses pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction.
• implements technology standards with students in grades 6-8 with support from the principal and technology teacher/coordinator/director as follows:
  • g) Uses pointing devices like a desktop mouse or tablet stylus to navigate computing devices.
  • h) Ident