Art Teacher

Position Type: Electives/Art Teacher Date Posted: 4/20/2026 Location: Central Jersey College Prep About CJCP Central 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, 2016 NJDOE Tier‑I Charter School, 2013-2018 US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024 National Charter School, 2020 College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024 College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024 Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022 100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025 100% acceptance rate into four‑year colleges and universities since 2011 The 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 2026-2027 Art Teacher Responsibilities Include Deliver comprehensive Art education to students, fostering creativity, fostering creativity, and developing artistic skills. Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that introduce students to various art forms, techniques, and art history that align with New Jersey learning standards. Regularly assess student progress through assignments, projects, and observations, providing feedback to support artistic development. Establish and maintain a positive and productive classroom environment that encourages creativity and active participation. Manage art materials and resources to ensure they’re properly used and maintained. Organize and engage in extracurricular activities like field trips to art museums, contests, art exhibitions to enhance students’ appreciation and exposure to art outside of the classroom. Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and curriculum developments in art 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 more 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract Salary Starting: $61,000.00 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr