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Elementary Teacher at the Alternative School
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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
Alternative School JobID:
1997Position Type:
Alternative School Date Posted:
9/8/2026Location:
Alternative Education Program atBookbinder Closing Date:
Open until filled Vacancy for 2026-2027School Year Qualifications:
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Must have a valid New Jersey Standard Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility as an Elementary School Teacher, or K-8. Required criminal history background check and physical.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
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance