Social Studies Teacher

• About MCSCSMiddlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) is a public school serving grades Kindergarten through 8th grades and open to all students who reside in the City of Perth Amboy
• The school is free to all students and families and is a replication of the Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, a recipient of the 2016 Blue-Ribbon Award and other prestigious awards
• The mission of the Middlesex County STEM Charter School is to provide rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math curricula in a diverse and nurturing environment to spark students' interest at an early age in STEM careers
• Our mission is delivered through a meticulously engineered educational ecosystem, where we intentionally nurture our students' intellectual, social, and emotional growth, as set forth in our comprehensive vision statement
• Hiring for School Year 2026-2027Social Studies Teacher

Responsibilities

• Include: Developing and implementing engaging lessons in Social Studies topics such as history, geography, economics, and civics, tailored to the appropriate grade level and aligns with the NJ State Standard
• Use a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, group activities, projects, and technology integration, to engage students and accommodate different learning styles.Foster a classroom environment that promotes critical thinking, responsible citizenship, and an understanding of social systems and historical events
• Utilize various assessment methods to monitor student understanding, provide constructive feedback, and adjust instructional strategies as needed
• Establish and maintain a positive classroom environment that encourages respectful discussion, collaboration, and active learning
• 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 to stay current with educational best practices and developments in mathematics 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 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 (TPAF) 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: $65,000.00 per year