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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 Hamilton Township School District
•4.0 Township of Hamilton, NJ Job Details $67,958
•$99,181 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Faculty collaboration Learning styles adaptability Math Literacy education Teaching English language arts Adaptive instruction Full Job Description Openings as of 9/4/2026
Elementary Teacher JobID:
3487
Position Type:
ELEMENTARY
EDUCATION/Elementary Teacher Date Posted:
9/4/2026
Location:
Elementary Closing Date:
09/25/2026
Requirements:
New Jersey Instructional Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility, or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing Early Childhood Education P-3 or Elementary Education K-6 Knowledge/experience with NJ Student Learning Standards Ability to work collaboratively with other grade level teachers Willingness to differentiate instruction and utilize technology to enhance student learning (particularly in mathematics and language arts literacy) Knowledge of state assessment expectations and test specifications (where applicable) Experience with Charlotte Danielson's Framework for Teaching (a plus) Bilingual (a plus)
Effective:
2026
•2027
School Year Salary:
As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level Minimum $67,958
•maximum $99,181
Benefits:
In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package: including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.