Reading & Language Arts Teacher, Grades 1-6

St Elizabeth Nursery And Montessori; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Job summary

St Elizabeth Nursery And Montessori in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ is seeking an Elementary Reading & Language Art Teacher for Grades 1-6. You will inspire young minds through engaging literacy programs and create a supportive and dynamic classroom environment. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Education, teaching certification, and a passion for literacy development. This role emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and communication with students and families to encourage a positive learning atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field; Master's preferred.
• New Jersey teaching certification in Elementary Education or Reading Specialist.
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in elementary education.
• Strong understanding of literacy development and instructional strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for working with young learners and fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff and engage with families.
• Creative, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement dynamic reading and language arts curricula for Grades 1-6.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction to meet individual learning needs.
• Create a supportive classroom environment that encourages student participation.
• Incorporate diverse teaching methods and resources to enhance literacy skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular literacy initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student progress and classroom activities.
• Participate in professional development to stay current with educational best practices.
• Foster a love for reading through creative and engaging activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of literacy development

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

New Jersey teaching certification

Job description

St Elizabeth Nursery And Montessori in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ is seeking an Elementary Reading & Language Art Teacher for Grades 1-6. You will inspire young minds through engaging literacy programs and create a supportive and dynamic classroom environment. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Education, teaching certification, and a passion for literacy development. This role emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and communication with students and families to encourage a positive learning atmosphere.