Teacher of Mathematics

Essex County Vocational School District; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Essex County Vocational School District seeks two 10-month Teachers of Mathematics at Newark Tech for the 2026-27 school year. Under the supervision of the Principal, the incumbent will develop students' mathematical skills and their ability to apply math to practical problems.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, safe and conducive learning environments, lesson planning, teaching real and imaginary numbers, formulas, geometry, and regular assessments.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status
• Must be resident of New Jersey or residency within one year unless exempted under the law

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for mathematics and translates plans into learning experiences.
• Teaches math concepts including real and imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry.
• Designs activities to demonstrate mathematics in everyday life and problem solving.
• Performs ongoing assessment of student learning and adjusts methods to fit student needs.
• Maintains familiarity with state tests to adapt curriculum for maximum student achievement.
• Encourages parental involvement and communicates effectively with students and parents.

Skills

Teaching certificate

Curriculum development

Positive learning environment

Strong communication

Job description

ESSEX COUNTY SCHOOLS OF TECHNOLOGY
BOARD OF EDUCATION
LEROY F. SMITH, JR. PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
60 NELSON PLACE, 1 NORTH – NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102

Two PositionsAvailable
TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS
NEWARK TECH

The Essex County Schools of Technology is seeking a 10-month Teacher(s) of Mathematics at Newark Tech for the 2026-27 school year.

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills and competence in basic and complex mathematical principles, equations, formulas and calculations, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificateor Certificate of Eligibility
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
• Must be resident of New Jersey or attain residency within one year unless exempted under the law

Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real an imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Maintains familiarity with district and New JerseyState standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time day position during 10 months of the year. This position is governed by the collective bargaining agreement by and between the Board of Education and the Essex County Vocational Education Association.

Compensation

2025-2026 Contractual Rate (2026-2027 Salary Pending Settlement of Bargaining Agreement)

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The Essex County Vocational and Technical High Schools are public schools supported by County, State and Federal Funds. There are five such programs operated by the Board of Education for the Vocational Schools in the County of Essex. These include four high schools and one adult center. In addition to salary, the Board of Education offers fringe benefits to all employees.

• maintenance of hospitalization insurance including Medical, Dental and Benecard Prescription Plan
• $4,000 Group Life Insurance Policy for each employee

The Board Of Education

Is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer