25-26 Elementary School Teacher Position Available In Passaic, New Jersey

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Company:
Unclassified
Salary:
$69000
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

25-26 Elementary School Teacher Paterson Prep Paterson, NJ Job Details Full-time From $69,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teaching Certification Early Childhood Education Teaching Certification Elementary Education Teaching Certification Mid-level Bachelor’s degree Working with middle schoolers Elementary school teaching Communication skills Teaching Full Job Description Elementary School Lead Teacher 2025-2026 School Year About Us Founded in 2023, Paterson Prep Charter School is a free public charter school currently serving over 375 students in grades K-2 and 5-6. As a growing school, we plan to expand by adding one grade each year to both our elementary and middle school programs until we reach full enrollment for grades K-8. Next year, we will serve grades K-3 and 5-7. As we enter our third year, we have made the strategic decision to transition from an independent charter school to becoming part of one of New Jersey’s most respected charter networks. This partnership will provide our students with access to high-quality, data-driven instruction and offer our leadership and teachers exceptional professional development and coaching opportunities. While this transition has not yet been publicly announced, we are confident it will enhance student success and foster greater professional growth for our team. Paterson Prep is committed to educating students to lead lives of excellence, integrity, and purpose through a content-rich curriculum, inquiry-driven instruction, and a strong focus on character development. Our holistic approach ensures high academic expectations while fostering a joyful and inclusive community that respects the dignity of every student, staff member, and family. We recognize that families are a child’s first and most important educators, and this belief is central to our educational philosophy. By actively partnering with families, we create a supportive learning environment that nurtures both academic success and personal growth. Join us in shaping bright futures and making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and the greater Paterson community. Position Overview As an Elementary School Lead Teacher, you will play a key role in delivering a content-rich, inquiry-driven curriculum while fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and character development. In this role, you will provide high-quality whole-group and small-group instruction, tailor lessons to meet the diverse needs of students, and support a joyful, structured learning environment. You will also mentor and collaborate with fellow educators, ensuring strong instructional practices and student success. We seek educators who are committed to rigorous academics, value strong family partnerships, and are eager to grow professionally in a supportive, mission-driven community. If you are passionate about shaping young minds and making a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply!

Core Competencies & Responsibilities Holistic Development of Scholars:

Foster an inviting, growth-oriented classroom environment for Academic and Character formation, supporting holistic student growth

Curriculum and Instruction:

Implement an inquiry-based, rigorous curriculum aligned with national and state standards, inspiring curiosity, depth of insight, and lifelong learning readiness. Implement innovative teaching strategies that resonate with diverse learners

Promotion of Critical Thinking:

Cultivate higher-order thinking skills in students, enhancing their abilities to analyze, create, synthesize, and evaluate

Data-Driven Instruction :

Utilize assessment data to strengthen student achievement through targeted interventions and personalized instruction

Collaborative Engagement & Continuous Improvement :

Foster productive relationships with colleagues, parents, and the community while engaging in ongoing collaborative professional development, reflecting on student achievement, and efficiently managing time for impactful teaching and learning Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications & Certifications Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution Excellent spoken and written communication skills Possession of current New Jersey P-3 or K-6 teaching certification (required) Relevant urban, elementary teaching experience with demonstrated student results (preferred) Our school provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The base pay range for this position starts at $69,000 per year. Pay may vary, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, we provide access to the NJ pension system and a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered.

Job Type:
Full-time Pay:

From $69,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Life insurance Retirement plan

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person

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