Tchr of Elementary - Michelle Obama Elementary SY2026-27 (NBOE)

Tchr of Elementary - Michelle Obama Elementary SY2026-27 (NBOE) 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION

HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102

ROGER LEÓN, DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT

TEACHER OF ELEMENTARY

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent’s approval) The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Teacher of Elementary at the Michelle Obama Elementary School. School Overview The newly founded Michelle Obama Elementary School fosters a school community of self-confident, compassionate learners deeply committed to mobilizing and creating transformational change. The school dignifies the whole child and offers students interdisciplinary coursework that cultivates creativity and empowers students to take risks within a nurturing environment. Position Overview We invite you to join a new team to teach and inspire students to explore their academic and creative potential through the lens of Public Policy and Wellness. As a member of our team you can expect to support the whole child through input in curriculum design and afford students space to imagine themselves as leaders that galvanize activism & public awareness, promote social justice, and collaborate with one another in preparation for future success. Qualifications And Requirements An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) as deemed necessary by Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred), unless otherwise specified by the New Jersey Department of Education. Basic Functions And Responsibilities Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students. Evaluates student progress on a regular basis and prepares progress reports. Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communications skills and other general elements of the course of study common to all teachers, as specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the district. Provides individual, small, and/or large group instruction, whenever appropriate, in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual and special abilities. Instructs pupils in proper care and use of textbooks, equipment and materials. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide and orderly and productive environment. Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, equipment, aids, and maintains required inventory records. Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction. Develops and maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities. Supervises out-of classroom activities for pupils during the assigned working day, as required. Plans and coordinates the work of aides, teacher assistants, and other paraprofessionals. Identifies pupil’s needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Communicates with parents and pupil personnel staff members on the individual pupil’s progress and development. Maintains attendance accounting and business service as required. Develops and participates in the sponsorship of student activities and faculty committees. Acts as a resource person on an interdepartmental level to relate appropriate aspects of his/her subject area to other subject areas. Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students. Perform other duties and tasks assigned by Supervisor.

REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL

Salary, Terms & Affiliation Salary: Employment Period: Ten (10) Months Union Affiliation: Newark Teachers Union (NTU) Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to How To Apply The Newark Board of Education is only accepting electronic applications. THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr Newark Public Schools