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Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School

Middle School Math Teacher

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$73,432 / year median in New Jersey

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Please complete a FULL application at https://www.bannekerprep.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=335842&type=d

QUALIFICATIONS

1.

•Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate and Subject Area Endorsement or eligibility. 2. Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods. 3. Ability to maintain a positive learning environment. 4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 5. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in use of educationally appropriate technology. 6. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

•As defined in

N.J.A.C.- 6A

9-9 Instructional certificates.

REPORTS TO

School Director

SUPERVISES

Pupils, and when assigned, student teachers and paraprofessionals.

JOB GOAL

To provide an approved education program and establish class environment that fosters learning and personal growth; to help pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education; and to maintain good relationships with parents/guardians and other staff members.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Believe and personify the mission, vision and goals of the school and follow the Banneker System. 2. Works to achieve national and NJ Student Learning Standards and supports the Board of Trustees and administrations philosophy, educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning in the classroom using Board-adopted curriculum and other appropriate learning activities. 3. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides opportunities for individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. 4. Sets specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives. 5. Assesses pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction through Unit Assessments. 6. Maintains records of pupil's educational progress in class record books/electronic-digital grade books/parent portal and/or Board approved forms and, summarizes these marks for reporting purposes. 7. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning problems. 8. Works cooperatively with special education and resource teachers to modify curricula pace and delivery as needed for special needs students. 9. Devises written and oral assignments and tests and other related assessments to include appropriate integration of technology that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the utilization/recall of facts and appropriate data. 10. Plans class activities/labs and lesson presentations that are appropriate for the class grade level and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils. 11. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to inform them (i.e. electronic media including e-mail, web posting and phone/written communication) about the school program and to discuss pupil progress. 12. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning. 13. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned. 14. Budgets class time effectively. 15. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive subject/program related displays and bulletin boards. 16. Maintains professional appearance, competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities. 17. Participates in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees and other school system groups. 18. Makes effective use of community resources to enhance the instructional program. 19. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy. 20. Meets professional responsibilities and maintains a professional relationship of all school staff based on the principles of integrity. 21. Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned. Such duties shall include but not be limited to: Providing extra help to students. Teaching Enrichment Periods Planning of lessons. Participating in discussions relating to grade level/subject area curriculum and instructional methodology. Participating in curriculum and materials needs assessment activities and minor curriculum update and revision. 22. Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief School Administrator/CEO.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Trustees.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with State law and the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of certified staff.

Benefits Available:

Medical Benefits from Amerihealth, Health Spending Account (HSA) from Benefits Resources, Dental Benefits from Aetna, Vision Benefits from

VSP, AFLAC

Supplemental Insurance, Pensions, Life Insurance, Personal Days, Sick Days, FMLA, MATERNITY, MEDICAL, NJ FLA, NJ FLI, Bereavement leave, and Working Advantage Discount Program.

THIS NOTICE TO BE POSTED ON FROM SEPT 1, 2026 THROUGH OCT. 1, 2026
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Personal Leave
  • Bereavement/Mental Health Leave
  • Other Retirement and Savings