Long-Term Leave Replacement English Middle School Teacher Job Newton area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have an appropriate NJ Teaching Certificate issued by the State Board of Education (Endorsement Code 1410/English required, Endorsement Code 1106/Middle School Language Arts Literacy Specialization, or Endorsement Code Elementary School Teacher Grades K-6 1001) and must complete/have on file their criminal background check.

REPORTS TO

The Principal.

SUPERVISES

Students.

JOB GOAL

The teacher is responsible for the instruction and supervision of students in accordance with standards established by the Board of Education.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Dates of Employment
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September 1, 2026 – November 4, 2026.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Employ a variety of teaching styles and techniques to create an atmosphere that stimulates student learning.
Assist the principal in selecting teaching materials.
Present a course of study that is consistent with the approved curriculum and the goals and objectives of the Board of Education.
Develop educational programs to meet the needs of each student.
Work, in consultation with the principal, other staff members, parents, district residents and pupils, to develop:

Written educational plans for the school.

Written educational objectives and standards for the educational plan based upon district and school goals.

Written educational goals for the school.

Demonstrate effective participation in the coordination of the instructional program between various grade levels and between elementary and secondary levels and sending districts.

Work in consultation with the principal and other staff members in developing procedures for reporting pupil progress to parents or guardians, including:

Parent/teacher conferences

Report cards

Pupil progress charts

Parents' visits to the school

Demonstrate a willingness to confer with parents and/or other staff members concerning student progress.

Work in consultation with the principal and other staff members concerning student progress.

Demonstrate a willingness to develop a reasonable relationship with other members of the staff as well as administrators.

Demonstrate a willingness to develop a positive interpersonal relationship with students.

Make a reasonable effort to keep abreast of current educational developments, particularly in the areas of subject matter content and methodology of teaching.

Demonstrate a willingness to engage in the development of staff improvement programs and to participate in those programs which bear on the areas of assigned responsibilities.

Develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior for students and make every effort to maintain order in the classroom.

Demonstrate an ability to organize and structure the learning environment.

Cooperate in the implementation and enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.

Perform reasonable duties which may be necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the educational program of the district and which are incident to the position of teacher.

EEO STATEMENT

The Newton School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and/or local equal opportunity laws. The Newton School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, age, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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