First Grade Teacher

• INSTRUCTION/CURRRICULUM TITLE: TEACHER

Qualifications

• 1
• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certification and/or Subject Matter Specialization Endorsement or eligibility. 2
• Demonstrates knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities. 3
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment. 4
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 5
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
• REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL DUTIES/

Responsibilities

• 1
• Instructs to achieve state core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning and skills development in the classroom
• Teaches pupils through an approved course of study using board-adopted curricula, textbooks and other appropriate teaching methods. 2
• Following the district format develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. 3
• Sets specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives. 4
• By analyzing individual, class and school-wide student data, assesses, develops plans of action to drive instruction and monitors pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction. 5
• Maintains records of pupil’s educational progress in class record books and/or board approved forms and summarizes these marks for reporting purposes. 6
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning problems. 7
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve classroom climate conducive to learning. 8
• Plans and uses class time effectively to maximize instructional opportunities. 9
• Communicates effectively with parents through conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and to discuss pupil progress. 10
• Devises written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts. 11 Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils. 12
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned. 13
• Maintains professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities. 14
• Participates in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees and other school and district groups. 15
• Makes effective use of community resources to enhance the instructional program. 16
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and board policy. 17
• Maintains appropriate documentation. 18
• Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned
• TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten (10) month position; governed by the Teachers Association contract and calendar
• EVALUATIONS: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state laws and the provisions of the board’s policy on evaluation of certified staff
• Wage or

Salary

• Information Certified Teaching Staff:

Salary

• Range
• $ 58,999 – $95,621

Benefits

• Information Enrollment in TPAF (Teacher’s Pension and Annuity Fund) and Group Life Insurance through NJ Department of Pensions and

Benefits

• Ameri
• Health New Jersey Educators Health Plan (Medical) Benecard (Prescription) Delta Dental (Dental) Ameriflex (FSA) Flexible Spending Account Opt-Out of

Benefits

• Annual Waiver
• Range: up to $5,000 per year Ten Paid Sick days, Three Personal Days Eligibility for enrollment in 403b Tax Shelter Annuity Plans
• Vendors: Met
• Life/Brighthouse, Equitable,Midland or Lincoln Investment Planning
• Eligibility for enrollment in Disability, Life, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement Plans with Colonial Life Insurance
• Eligibility for enrollment in Disability Insurance with Prudential, Colonial Life, or AFLAC
• Extra Compensation Programs Extra-Curricular Stipends After School Tutoring and Homebound Tutoring Professional Development Workshops in the District