Teacher of Chemistry; Cert

Location:

Penns Grove - Carneys Point Regional SD, Penns Grove High School, Penns Grove, New Jersey

Certified by the State Board of Examiners in the State of New Jersey

Job : 5829276

Final date to receive applications: Jul 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Reports To: Principal and/or his/her designee

Job Goals: To develop in each pupil an awareness of the role of science in economic and social progress; to motivate each pupil to acquire knowledge of scientific facts and principles, and skills in scientific methods of problem solving; to discover and develop special talents of pupils in scientific fields.

• Teach skills, knowledge and scientific attitudes through course in general science, agricultural, earth, physical and life sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or science problems to pupils at the appropriate grade levels, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instruct pupils in basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Plan a science program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organize laboratory activities for optimum learning.
• Provide individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects and experiments are being worked on simultaneously.
• Instruct pupils in proper use, care and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life.
• Select and request books, instructional aids, science equipment, chemicals and supplies as authorized, and maintain inventory records as required.
• Assist pupils in selection and development of individual research projects at the appropriate grade level.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Encourage students to maintain standards of classroom behavior and self-discipline appropriate to learning.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs of all students.
• Implement by instruction and action the district’s instructional goals and objectives established and approved by both local and State Boards of Education in accordance with state educational laws to ensure optimum student progress.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis during each marking period and maintain accurate records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior in compliance with school and district policy needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom and building.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and fulfill required duties.
• Cooperate in the development of a working relationship with all members of the faculty and other members of the school community.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil’s progress and interpret the school program.
• Participate in the construction and development of curriculum guides appropriate to one’s academic discipline.
• Maintain a level of professional competence appropriate to the specific area of certification, assignment, and matters of general educational importance.
• Prepare and maintain clear lesson plans to provide continuity of instruction.
• Perform other related professional duties as required.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Annual Salary Range: $65,390 - $99,775 (as per negotiated contract)

Benefits Package Includes: Medical, prescription, and optional dental insurance;
Flexible Spending Account (FSA);
Optional Disability Insurance (AFLAC, Prudential, and American General);
Pre-Tax Deduction Options;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $65,390 to $99,775 as per negotiated contract.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required