Elementary School Teacher

Elementary School Teacher

The position is available at South Mountain Elementary Annex starting September 2026. The role involves teaching the elementary school curriculum.

The qualifications include:

• NJ Elementary School Teacher Certification or eligibility required.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with diverse learning communities or cultural competency training/work preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

Starting salary range:

• Bachelor's Degree: $70,
• Master's Degree: $77,450 - $109,865
• Master's + 30 Credits: $81,565 - $115,450
• Doctorate: $84,565 - $118,450

Key highlights:

• Clear progression based on experience and educational attainment.
• Substantial salary increases for advanced degrees.
• Top-tier salaries reaching six figures for experienced educators.

Benefits include:

• Medical and dental insurance.
• Participation in the NJ state pension system.
• Paid sick and personal days.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Life insurance.

Job description primary responsibilities:

• Implements instruction to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.
• Employs instructional methods and available materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the performance of students on a continuing basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Identifies students who require additional support services.
• Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.
• Engages in professional development activities, which enhances instructional practices.
• Participates in appropriate building and district meetings.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Uses technology for communication purposes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working relationships of the position:

• To maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators, and appropriate community groups.

Terms of employment: 10 months salary as per SOMEA Agreement.