Position Type:

Middle School Teaching/Language Arts Date Posted:

8/13/2026

Location:

William Allen Middle School (7-8)

Date Available:

08/31/2026

Closing Date:

08/24/2026

Moorestown Township Public Schools Moorestown, NJ Title:

Long Term Substitute Language Arts Teacher Building:

William Allen Middle School Dates:

September 2026•April 2027

Salary Guide :

MEA Guide Salary Range :

$58,931.00•$74,042.00

Benefits:

Single Benefits•

NJ Educator's Health Plan Position Summary:

Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with the Board approved curriculum

Qualifications:

Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities. Ability to maintain a positive learning environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Planning and Curriculum Development Teach in accordance with the curriculum, utilizing philosophy, goals and materials approved by the board of education. Develop and maintain lesson plans and instructional materials that provide appropriate instructional strategies in order to adapt the instruction to the needs of each student. Set specific objectives in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and effectively instruct in a way to achieve these objectives. Plan class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all students. Participate with other staff members in planning during designated times. Incorporate into planning all requirements in a student's IEP provided through the district's child study team and as required in a student's Individual Education Plan (IEP), Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for continual improvement of the school's curriculum. Assists in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study. Shows evidence of planning upon request. Instructional Process Works to achieve state core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning in the classroom using board-adopted curriculum and other appropriate learning activities. Plans and develops instructional materials and provides instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies. Employ differentiated instructional techniques, as needed Identify student needs and provide appropriate, engaging instruction Implement required accommodations and services as required by student's individualized educational programs. Classroom Management Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning. Develops, in accordance with district school guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate techniques that are consistently applied. Utilize class time effectively, supervising students in assigned activities as assigned. Create an environment of respect and rapport and establish a culture of learning. Student Evaluation Maintains records of pupil's educational progress in class record books and/or board approved forms and summarizes these marks for reporting purposes. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning problems. Monitors pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction. Evaluates accomplishments of students on a regular basis using multiple assessment methods such as teacher made tests, samples of student's work, mastery skills checklists, criterion-referenced tests and norm-referenced tests. Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws. School and Community Relations Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and to discuss pupil progress. Participates in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees and other school system groups. Refer students to appropriate support personnel using prescribed district procedures Implement all relevant policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Professional Responsibilities Strive to maintain and enhance professional competence and continued improvement through professional readings as well as participation in workshops, conferences, college courses and appropriate staff development programs in accordance with district guidelines. Attends staff, department, and committee meetings as required. Complete all state mandated training and other professional development requirements annually. Maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with State and Federal lawn as well as district policy.

Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and Board of Education policies. Other Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned by supervisor and/or principal under the authority of the Superintendent of Schools.

Technology Skills:

Proficient in software applications related to role, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, Frontline, and Genesis Student Information System. Ability to conduct meetings synchronously and asynchronously. Physical Demand Physical demands include the ability to remain in a stationary position when necessary, occasionally move throughout the building to access colleagues and/or supplies. Ability to operate a computer and/or other office machinery. Ability to communicate verbally, and in writing via technology devices or handwritten correspondence. The physical demands as described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities through an interactive process of determining essential duty task completion options. New Jersey First Act

N.J.S.A. 52

14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), requires employees of all school boards to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law. Americans with Disabilities Act Statement External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Moorestown Township Public School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such determination becomes necessary. The Moorestown Township Public School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Application Procedure:

Apply online: www.generalasp.com/mtps.onlineapp