Teacher Grade 6-8 Language Arts (Leave Replacement)

004 DR. NAPIER SCHOOL # 4; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District 004 - DR. NAPIER SCHOOL # 4 in Paterson, New Jersey is seeking a Teacher Grade 6-8 Language Arts to serve as a leave replacement.

The position requires a New Jersey instructional certificate with a Middle School ELA endorsement (grades 5-8) or a K-12 English endorsement and knowledge of NJSLS and NJSLA. We value experience with current teaching methods, differentiated instruction, and strong communication with students, parents, and staff.

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 pedagogy, with differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, spelling, literature and related 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.

Skills

NJ teaching certificate

Middle School ELA endorsement

K-12 English endorsement

NJSLS knowledge

NJSLA knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Communication with students/parents

English grammar & literature knowledge

Computer literacy

Engage with students and staff

Tools

Interactive computer instructional software

Job description

Teacher Grade 6-8 Language Arts (Leave Replacement)

Paterson Public School District 004 - DR. NAPIER SCHOOL # 4 - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5891141
• Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 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 Affinnative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. 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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