Grades 6th – 8th Science Leave Replacement Teacher

Grades 6th – 8th Science Leave Replacement Teacher

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Science
• Date Posted: 12/17/2025
• Location:
  
  Wanaque Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  03/18/2026

March 18, 2026 – June 23, 2026

Proper Certification a MUST

K-8 1000 Elementary School Teacher

or 1001 Elementary School Teacher in Grades K-6 with Elem School w/Subject Matter Specialization:
Science in Grades 5 - 8

or Science certification

Position Title: Science Teacher

Reports To: Building Principal / District Administration

Employment Type: Short-Term Leave Replacement (No Benefits)

Salary: BA Step 1 ($61,455) following the district's salary guide.

The Elementary Teacher will:

• Deliver an approved elementary education program and create a classroom environment that supports learning and personal growth.
• Help students develop essential skills, knowledge, and attitudes that provide a strong foundation for continued education.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and the school community.

• Develop lesson plans and classroom learning activities that support state core curriculum content standards and district educational goals.
• Use board-adopted curriculum and additional appropriate resources to promote active learning.
• Prepare age-appropriate lessons that address the individual needs, interests, and ability levels of all students.
• Set clear instructional objectives and ensure lesson delivery effectively meets those goals.
• Create opportunities for individualized and small-group instruction.

• Monitor and assess students' academic progress and personal growth.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress using board-approved documentation methods.
• Identify student needs and adapt instruction to support them.
• Establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning through effective behavior management.
• Use class time efficiently and design assignments and assessments that promote critical thinking and content mastery.
• Prepare students for state assessments.
• Model professionalism in behavior, communication, dress, and overall conduct.

• Communicate regularly with parents through conferences, written reports, and other methods to discuss student progress and school programs.
• Utilize community resources to enhance the instructional program and support student learning.