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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
Job Description/Summary:
Assumes professional responsibility for providing learning experiences and supervision of assigned students in a supportive and positive classroom climate that develops in each child the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to meet and exceed the State Core Curriculum Content Standards, following the approved curricula and directives of the school. In addition, elementary teachers will strive to meet the highly effective criteria for the preparation of lesson plans, the use of data to drive instruction, the delivering of quality instruction, addressing the needs of diverse learners through differentiation, classroom environment, leadership, and professionalism. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Elementary Teacher work collaboratively with other members of the school staff and with parents of each child. Please see the attached document for full description. Certification(s) Elementary School Teacher (K-6) andTeacher of Bilingual Salary:
As per negotiated salary guide Commensurate with education and experience Starting salary begins at $ 73,289.00 Compensation package includes the following benefits: New Jersey pension enrollment for retirement (TPAF/PERS/DCRP) Eligibility for health, vision and dental coverage, 403(b) plan, and flexible spending accounts, all subject to plan terms Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis as per negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreement Tuition Reimbursement as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement Bargaining Unit Orange Education Association For consideration, please apply online at www.orange.k12.nj.us AA/EOEBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Health Insurance