Part Time Science Teacher - Nights

Paterson Public Schools; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Science Teacher to join its team. This role focuses on delivering engaging lessons to adolescents and young adults while fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will possess a valid NJ Instructional certificate and demonstrate a commitment to student success through innovative teaching methods and effective communication. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will shape the future of students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their careers and life beyond school. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid NJ Instructional certificate with appropriate endorsements.
• Demonstrate excellent teaching experience and knowledge of content.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to meet workplace readiness standards.
• Develop career planning and workplace readiness skills for students.

Skills

Teaching experience with adolescents/young adults

Comprehensive knowledge of content field

Instructional planning and implementation

Technology usage

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Effective communication in English

Self-management skills

Integrity and moral character

Interpersonal skills

Education

NJ Instructional certificate

Tools

Electronic equipment for word processing

Data management tools

Job description

Position Type: BEFORE/AFTER/SATURDAY PRGMS (INTERNAL ONLY)/ Afterschool Program

Date Posted: 3/26/2025

Location: Paterson Adult & Continuing Education

Date Available: 03/01/2025

Closing Date: 06/30/2025

Effective Date(s): March 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025

Staff Needed: One (1) Science Teacher

Qualifications:

• Hold a NJ Instructional certificate in accordance with the requirements of NJSA 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6 Chapter 11 with appropriate subject area endorsement(s) for position held (N.J.A.C. 6:11-6.1, 6.2, or 8.1 et seq.).
• Have excellent experience in teaching and working with adolescents/young adults.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the content field and describe ways in which the content can be organized into lessons for secondary students.
• Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed the five broad areas of the Cross-Content workplace readiness standard.
• Develop career planning and workplace readiness skills.
• Use technology, information, and other tools.
• Use critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate self-management skills.
• Apply safety standards.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.

Salary: As per negotiated contract

Initiator: Amod Field, Principal

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Pending Budget availability.
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted on the Paterson Public Schools website.