Job description:

Jersey City Community Charter School is looking for a passionate and experienced individual to work with us as Middle School Teacher (ELA, Science, Social Studies, Teachers of Mathematics, ELA-SPED and Teacher of Mathematics – SPED).

This position is full-time, with a typical work week of Monday-Friday: 7:45 am - 4:00 pm

You will be responsible for planning and preparing teaching strategies.

As an ideal candidate, you should hold a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field. You should possess an ability to communicate with the students in a patient manner.

Prior work experience as a Middle School Teacher (ELA, Science, Social Studies, Teachers of Mathematics, ELA-SPED and Teacher of Mathematics – SPED) or a similar role will be an added advantage for the candidates. You should hold a valid teaching license issued by the state as well.

If your experience and skills match our criteria for the role of Middle School Teacher (ELA, Science, Social Studies, Teachers of Mathematics, ELA-SPED and Teacher of Mathematics – SPED), apply for this job now. We would love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Developing a teaching program and teaching strategies.
• Creating interesting and creative teaching materials.
• Preparing numerous instructional activities.
• Keeping the classroom under control.
• Working closely with the struggling students.
• Organizing ongoing training lessons.
• Creating lessons according to the student's capabilities.
• Encouraging students to learn in an engaging environment.
• Keeping the classroom well organized and clean.
• Conducting tests and examinations for the students.
• Monitoring the students' progress.
• Assigning grades to the students.
• Solving any problems that the students might face.
• Performing administrative duties as and when required.
• Staying updated with the latest trends in the Education industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related degree.
• Working experience in the Education department as Middle School Teacher (ELA, Science, Social Studies, Teachers of Mathematics, ELA-SPED and Teacher of Mathematics – SPED)
• A valid New Jersey teaching license Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE) and or proof of passing the praxis (Must have Middle School Endorsement)
• Sound knowledge of teaching strategies and practices.
• Extensive understanding and knowledge of child development practices.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently.

To Apply:

Please send a letter of interest, a copy of your resume, a copy of the appropriate State of New Jersey (Standard) Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility and three (3) letters of reference to odempster@jcccsonline.org 

Jersey City Community Charter School is an EOE/M/F/D/V Qualified employer.