Business Teacher (Grades 5–12)

• Thrive Charter School is seeking a dynamic, innovative, and student-centered Middle School & High School Business Teacher (Grades 5-12) to join our instructional team
• The ideal candidate will inspire students through engaging, real-world instruction in business, finance, economics, and entrepreneurship while preparing them for college, career, and life readiness.Position Overview
• The Business Teacher will design and deliver a comprehensive business education program across middle and high school grade levels
• Instruction should be hands-on, project-based, and connected to real-world applications that build financial literacy, entrepreneurship skills, and career readiness

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned business curriculum for grades 5-12Teach financial literacy, banking, budgeting, credit, investing, economics, marketing, and entrepreneurship
• Design project-based learning experiences such as business simulations, student enterprises, and case studies
• Integrate technology and real-world applications into daily instruction
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners across grade levels
• Assess student progress and provide meaningful feedback to support academic growth
• Promote college and career readiness skills and pathways
• Collaborate with staff to support interdisciplinary instruction and school-wide initiatives
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Education, Education, Finance, Economics, or related field (required)NJDOE certification in Business Education or eligibility for certification preferred
• Experience teaching middle school and/or high school students preferred
• Strong classroom management and lesson planning skills
• Ability to connect academic content to real-world experiences
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Preferred

Qualifications

• Background in business, entrepreneurship, finance, or related industry experience
• Experience with project-based learning or career and technical education (CTE) programs
• Ability to support student leadership, internships, or school-based business initiatives
• Compensation &

Benefits

• $62,000/yr
• Health, dental, and retirement

Benefits

• (as applicable)Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative school culture focused on student success