In-Class Support Teacher

• About CJCPCentral Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th
• CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff
• CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024National Charter School, 2020College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education
• CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.Hiring for School Year 2026-2027In-Class Support Teacher

Responsibilities

• Include: Support teachers and students in the classroom with assistance in the academic and developmental progress of students
• Assist teachers in delivering educational content by working with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning objectives
• Helping maintain a positive learning environment by supporting the classroom routines and supervising student behavior
• Assisting with clerical duties such as setting up equipment, preparing instructional materials, and recording student progress
• Monitoring students in various settings, including cafeterias, hallways, and during field trips, ensuring their safety and adherence to school policies
• Work closely with fellow teachers, support staff, and administrators to enhance instructional practices and contribute to school-wide initiatives.Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities such as ongoing training and workshops to stay current with the latest developments in education.Essential Duties:Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;Additional

Responsibilities

• Prepares adequately for

Responsibilities

• to be assumed when absent;Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication;Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction;Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Proven communication and instructional strategies;Classroom management skills;Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;Excellent organizational skills.Minimum

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;Valid NJ Substitute, CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification;NJ Criminal History;Work authorization in the U.S.;Tuberculosis Test;Experience is a plus.Opportunities:A tenure track position;NJ state teachers' pension plan enrollment;Tuition reimbursement assistance;Opportunities for extra stipends

Benefits

• consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more8 hour shift - Monday to Friday
• Work Location: In person
• Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary

• Starting: $42,000.00 per year