Teacher - Elementary - K-5

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 55,046 - 83,594; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide variety of employee benefits

School setting with diverse environments

Job summary

A public education institution in New Jersey is seeking an experienced educator to plan and deliver instruction tailored to students' needs. The ideal candidate will be skilled in classroom management and student assessment, with a focus on developing responsible citizens. Applicants must hold a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Elementary Education. The role offers competitive compensation and requires effective communication with parents and staff, alongside a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of instructional concepts and methodologies.
• Must develop instructional goals to deliver effective teaching.
• Demonstrated ability in decision making and problem analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plans, delivers, and evaluates instructional content.
• Assesses student learning and alters instruction as needed.
• Supervises students during non-classroom times.

Skills

Instructional planning

Student assessment

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal relationships

Education

Virginia teaching license in Elementary Education

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

General Description

Plans, delivers and evaluates instruction based upon specific standards and objectives established by CCPS. Assists students in learning knowledge and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible citizens.

Essential Job Functions

• Meets and instructs the student(s) in the locations and at the time designated.
• Develops and maintains the physical environment of the classroom that is conducive to effective learning within the limits of resources provided by the system.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
• Demonstrates mastery of the content area.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plans and delivers appropriate curriculum content to students.
• Assesses student learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs.
• Uses the curriculum of the district to plan daily instructional activities.
• Maintains order within the classroom setting in accordance with division guidelines regarding student behavior management.
• Supervises students in non‑classroom time (before school, after school, student activities, fire drills).
• Collaborates with other faculty in planning and delivering instruction to students.
• Attends and participates in faculty and department meetings.
• Communicates regularly with parents.
• Ensures compliance with existing applicable federal and state statutes and local policies, regulations and guidelines related to public schools.
• Demonstrates commitment to improving professional competence.
• Assesses student learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs.
• Uses the curriculum of the district to plan daily instructional activities.
• Performs other duties as required.

Budgetary Responsibility

N/A

Report Preparation

N/A

Equipment Operation

Uses standard office equipment and equipment related to education.

Contacts

Contact with all levels of CCPS personnel, students, parents.

Work Direction/Supervision

N/A

Decision Making

N/A

Formal Policy‑Setting Responsibilities

N/A

Physical Demands

Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear, understand speech and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly at normal levels indoors and on the telephone. Frequent walking, standing, light lifting up to 25 pounds, and other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Daily personal and close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members and parents is required.

Work Environment

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classroom; gym, cafeteria; auditorium; and recreational areas.

Qualifications

Requires knowledge of the concepts, principles and methodologies of instruction. Requires general knowledge of academic curriculum for assigned classes. Demonstrated ability to develop instructional goals, to design and deliver instruction and to assess students' learning. Demonstrated ability to communicate with others effectively, both orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability in decision making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, and planning.

Additional Job Requirements

Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Elementary Education.

Background Investigation

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Compensation

$55,046.62 - $83,594.34

Hours Per Day

8

Days Per Year

200

Benefits

Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. Benefit offerings may differ based upon full‑time and part‑time employee status.

Equity Statement

Chesterfield County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all‑inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.