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Teacher of Science (Cert. No 1101 and No 1103 or No. 2210)

Penns Grove

• Carneys Point Regional SD
  Penns Grove Middle School
• Penns Grove, New Jersey This job is also posted in Penns Grove
• Carneys Point Regional SD
  Job Details
  

Job ID:

5900972

Application Deadline:

Sep 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Aug 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

POSITION

TEACHER

OF SCIENCE

Certified by the State Board of Examiners in the State of New Jersey

REPORTS TO

Principal and/or his/her designee

JOB GOALS

To develop in each pupil an awareness of the role of science in economic and social progress; to motivate each pupil to acquire knowledge of scientific facts and principles, and skills in scientific methods of problem solving; to discover and develop special talents of pupils in scientific fields.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teaches skills, knowledge and scientific attitudes through course in general science, agricultural, earth, physical and life sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or science problems to pupils at the appropriate grade levels, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.

2. Instructs pupils in basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

3. Plans a science program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organizes laboratory activities for optimum learning.

4. Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects and experiments are being worked on simultaneously.

5. Instructs pupils in proper use, care and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life.

6. Selects and requests books, instructional aids, science equipment, chemicals and supplies as authorized, and maintains inventory records as required.

7. Assists pupils in selection and development of individual research projects at the appropriate grade level.

8. Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.

9. Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

10. Encourages students to maintain standards of classroom behavior and self-discipline appropriate to learning.

11. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs of all students.

12. Implements by instruction and action the district's instructional goals and objectives established and approved by both local and State Boards of Education in accordance with state educational laws to ensure optimum student progress.

13. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

14. Evaluates student progress on a regular basis during each marking period and maintains accurate records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.

15. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior in compliance with school and district policy needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom and building.

16. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and fulfills required duties.

17. Cooperates in the development of a working relationship with all members of the faculty and other members of the school community.

18. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program.

19. Participates in the construction and development of curriculum guides appropriate to one's academic discipline.

20. Maintains a level of professional competence appropriate to the specific area of certification, assignment, and matters of general educational importance.

21. Prepares and maintains clear lesson plans to provide continuity of instruction.

22. Performs other related professional duties as required.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Penns Grove

• Carneys Point Regional Teacher Negotiated Agreement
  

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE

$65,390

• 99,775
  BENEFITS

PACKAGE INCLUDES

Medical, prescription, and optional dental insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Optional Disability Insurance (AFLAC, Prudential, and American General)

Pre-Tax Deduction Options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$65,390 to $99,775 As per the negotiated contract

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required