2nd Grade Lead Teacher - Full-time
Location: Paterson, NJ
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution.
- Possession of current teaching certification as an elementary school teacher.
- Relevant urban, elementary teaching experience with demonstrated student results.
- Special Education credential and experience.
- Spanish language proficiency.
Job Description
- Foster an inviting, growth-oriented classroom environment for academic and character formation, supporting holistic student growth.
- Implement a classically inspired, inquiry-based, rigorous curriculum aligned with national and state standards, inspiring curiosity, depth of insight, and lifelong learning readiness.
- Implement innovative teaching strategies that resonate with diverse learners.
- Cultivate higher-order thinking skills in students, enhancing their abilities to analyze, create, synthesize, and evaluate.
- Utilize assessment data to strengthen student achievement through targeted interventions and personalized instruction.
- Develop strong student and family connections, fostering a passion for learning and exceptional academic success.
- Foster productive relationships with colleagues, parents, and the community while engaging in ongoing collaborative professional development.
- Reflect on student achievement and efficiently manage time for impactful teaching and learning.
Benefits:
- Lucrative pay
- Long-term contract
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance is available
- Principal is well respected and liked