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Elementary School Teacher (Gifted and Talented) K-5
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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
JobID:
1998Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching Grades 1-6/Gifted Date Posted:
9/8/2026Location:
District-Wide Closing Date:
Open until filled Vacancy for the 2026-2027School Year Description:
Willingboro Public Schools is seeking a dynamic, student-centered Gifted & Talented Teacher to provide enriched, accelerated, and differentiated instruction for identified K�5 students. The ideal candidate is passionate about nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and advanced academic growth while ensuring equitable access to gifted services for all learners.Qualifications:
Required:
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Valid New Jersey Standard Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility as an Elementary School Teacher Demonstrated knowledge of gifted education, enrichment strategies, and differentiation Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning Required criminal history background check and physicalPreferred:
Certificate in Gifted Education (NJ or equivalent) Experience teaching gifted or high-achieving students Training in UDL, project-based learning, orSTEM/STEAM
enrichment Familiarity with NJDOE gifted regulations and best practicesJob Summary:
Deliver enrichment Instruction that extends beyond grade-level standards and promotes higher-order thinking Differentiate learning to meet the needs of advanced and high-potential students Develop curriculum aligned to NJ Student Learning Standards and district G&T goals Assess student growth using performance tasks, portfolios, and multiple measures Collaborate with Teachers to support classroom differentiation and enrichment Provide instructional support in classrooms across the department to support learners Communicate with families regarding student progress and program expectations Support equitable identification in alignment withN.J.A.C. 6A
8 Participate in professional development, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a positive school cultureTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
WEA 10Months Salary Range:
$61,602.00 - $101,511.00Benefits Package Includes:
Medical, Prescription, and dental insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Optional disability insurance (Aflac, Prudential, Hartford) Pre-Tax deduction options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Medical/Rx waiver options NJ Pension System Enrollment Voluntary 304(b) Plan Accumulating Sick Days, Personal Days, and/orVacation Days Application Procedure:
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- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Personal Leave
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs