5th Grade Teacher

5th Grade Teacher Gloucester Township School District, James W. Lilley Elementary School – Sicklerville, New Jersey Job Details Job ID: 5818349 Application Deadline: Jul 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026 Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: Holds or is eligible for a New Jersey Instructional Certificate (Teacher of Preschool K-3; Elementary K-5; Elementary School Teacher; Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped). REPORTS TO: Principal JOB GOAL: Instructs assigned pupils in accordance with the curriculum adopted by the Board of Education.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates competence in subject field(s) assigned and deemed highly qualified per standards established by NJDOE. Provides activities and experiences to meet the needs, interests and abilities of students. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives. Assesses the academic and behavioral status of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Participates in identifying and meeting pupil needs in cooperation with other professional staff members. Establishes and maintains, with the support of administrators, standards of pupil behavior appropriate to the activity. Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required. Prepares for classes assigned and develops general lesson plans related to established curriculum goals. Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations. Makes a reasonable effort to cooperate professionally with other members of the staff. Assists in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials. COMPENSATION: As per the GTEA Contract ($64,290- $109,356) per year; final compensation based on experience and qualifications. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10‑month year VACATION: No vacation time allotted to this position. EVALUATION: Performance of the job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. Position Type: Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education