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Elementary Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - FPS
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What they do
An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$69,457 / year median in New Jersey
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Elementary Teacher (26
- 27 School Year)
- FPS
Franklin Township School District
Franklin Park School - Franklin Park, New Jersey This job is also posted in Franklin Township School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5914093
Application Deadline:
Sep 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Elementary Teacher
2026
- 2027 School Year
Franklin Park School
DESCRIPTION
Anticipated Grade 2 Elementary Teacher, Franklin Park School
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum.
QUALIFICATIONS
Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: Elementary Certification Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills Compliance with the
NJ FIRST
Act
Successful Criminal History Clearance
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
10
- Month Contract.
Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any
applicable and collective negotiations agreement.
COMPENSATION
In accordance with the provisions of the
BOE/FTEA
collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position in the 26/27 SY is Step 1 BA/BS ($68,023)
- Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380).
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.
BENEFITS
For full time staff include:
Medical, dental and prescription insurance
Personal and sick days
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid holidays The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of
Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job
description does not constitute a written employment contract.
ANNUAL EVALUATION
Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law
and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to
support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and
Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT
External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able
to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with
reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine
reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in
the event such a determination becomes necessary.
The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity
and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race,
religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical
conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a
protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally
protected characteristics.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance