Teacher Grade 5-8 Science

002 SCHOOL # 2; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District 002 SCHOOL # 2 in Paterson, NJ seeks a Teacher Grade 5-8 Science for a full-time role. The candidate must hold NJDOE K-6 with Middle School Science or K-12 Science certification and be able to analyze data to inform instruction.

The successful educator will deliver engaging science lessons, collaborate with staff, parents, and the community, and uphold high standards of character and professional practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold NJDOE K-6 with Middle School Science or K-12 Science certification.
• Ability to analyze and use data to drive instruction.
• Experience working with middle school students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Grade 5-8 science instruction aligned to standards.
• Use data to drive instructional decisions and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the community to support student success.

Skills

Data-driven instruction

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Technology literacy

Education

NJDOE K-6 with Middle School Science or K-12 Science certification

Job description

Teacher Grade 5-8 Science

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911406

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 5, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $64,830 to $107,499 Per Year

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Must holdNJDOE K-6 with Middle School Science or K-12 Science certification
• Knowledge of the NJSLA
• Effective instructional practices and strategies
• Ability to analyze and use data to drive instruction
• Experience working with middle school students
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and good moral character
• Must be a critical thinker, problem solver, and respect others
• Must be computer literate and able to use interactive computer instructional software
• Abiity to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, and the community

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• 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 or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]