NJ Certified High School Math Teacher 2026-2027

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School in Trenton, NJ seeks a dedicated Math educator to teach Algebra 1 and 2, design rigorous units, and use data to drive instructional decisions. The role emphasizes online learning tools and collaboration with families to support student success.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree with NJ certification (Master’s preferred) and demonstrates commitment to serving underserved populations through rigorous instruction and ongoing coaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Teaching experience in schools serving underserved populations.
• NJ Teacher Certification issued or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement math curriculum and assessments that align to standards.
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Engage students with diverse learning needs and provide weekly coaching feedback.
• Establish consistent rewards/consequences for student behavior.
• Employ multiple techniques to boost engagement and checking for understanding.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Math content knowledge

Data-driven instruction

Online learning tools

Assessment design

Student engagement

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Classroom

Video conferencing

Job description

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.

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

• Expert in content knowledge in Mathematics (Algebra 1 & 2)
• Extensive knowledge of Mathematics interventions that specifically target math skills
• Experience/comfort with online applications to enhance learning
• 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
• Familiarity with Google Classroom and virtual meeting platforms
• 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