K-5 Elementary School Teacher - Tenure Track

Location: Haskell

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted:
6/19/2026

Location:
Wanaque Board of Education

Date Available:
09/01/2026
K-6 Elementary School Certified Teacher

The Wanaque Public School District is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic K-6 Elementary School
to join our team for the 2026/2027 school year. The ideal candidate is committed
to student achievement, brings creativity and clarity, and fosters a positive,
inclusive classroom environment where all learners feel supported and challenged.

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

Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops lesson plans and classroom learning activities

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, board-adopted curricula and textbooks, and other appropriate learning activities.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

Sets specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives.

Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils.

Instruction and pupil contact

Monitors pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction.

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 provides instruction appropriate to those needs.

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning.

Budgets class time effectively.

Devises written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts.

Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.

Serves as a role model for students in all areas including behavior, dress and appearance, and oral and written communication

Salary: Placement begins at the BA Step 1 level ($63,405) and may be higher based on experience and education, in accordance with the district's salary guide.

Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental benefits are provided.