Teacher Grade 6-8 Language Arts

301 JOSEPH A TAUB SCHOOL; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District in Paterson, New Jersey is seeking a Grade 6-8 Language Arts teacher. The candidate must hold a New Jersey teaching certificate with a Middle School ELA endorsement (5-8) or a K-12 English endorsement and be able to implement differentiated instruction aligned with NJSLS and NJSLA.

The role requires strong communication with students, parents, and staff, and a commitment to professional growth and collaborative practice within the school community.

Qualifications

• New Jersey teaching certificate with Middle School ELA 5-8 endorsement or K-12 English endorsement.
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 6-8 Language Arts aligned to New Jersey standards.
• Communicate effectively in English with staff, students, parents, and the community.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Digital literacy

NJSLS & NJSLA knowledge

Differentiated instruction

English grammar knowledge

Education

NJ teaching certificate (Middle School ELA 5-8 or K-12 English)

Tools

Interactive computer software

Job description

Paterson Public School District 301 JOSEPH A TAUB SCHOOL - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• New Jersey teacher instructional certificate with a Middle School ELA in Grades 5-8 endorsement or a K-12 English endorsement
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Must be computer literate and able to use interactive computer instructional software
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, administrators 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
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affi

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Teacher Grade 6-8 Language Arts

Paterson Public School District 301 JOSEPH A TAUB SCHOOL - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Paterson Public School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5992188

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• New Jersey teacher instructional certificate with a Middle School ELA in Grades 5-8 endorsement or a K-12 English endorsement
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Must be computer literate and able to use interactive computer instructional software
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, administrators 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 Affi

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $64,830 to $107,699 Per Year

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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

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