Job Summary: Under the direction of the Building Principal is responsible for instructing students in Kindergarten by creating lesson plans in subjects such as reading, writing, math, social studies and social and emotional learning as well as integrating with specialists in foreign languages, science, physical education, design, and music. 

In Teaneck Public Schools, we believe that students learn to their potential when they are inspired. With rich content and an emphasis on student-driven projects, students are empowered and encouraged to be active and engaged learners. Our teachers provide an education that is both challenging and supportive. They work to ensure that students become active and curious learners � and are both local and global citizens fully prepared for future endeavors and challenges.

Teaneck School's faculty embodies the values of academic excellence, a diverse and authentic community, and strong character building. We focus on character building because it takes both strength of mind and heart to live with integrity, to find one's passions, and to create meaningful change in the world. Our teachers are themselves learners, constantly searching for ways to improve their practice. A robust professional development program supports our faculty by introducing them to the latest knowledge and best practice in pedagogy, curriculum development, educational technology, and student assessment.

Qualifications:

• Standards New Jersey Department of Education Teacher of Elementary P3 or K6.
• Qualified candidates must have strong collaborative, planning and performance assessment skills; be knowledgeable in a variety of teaching strategies and a demonstrated ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural, diverse community.

Essential Requirements:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the content field and describe ways in which the content can be organized into lessons for elementary students
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment and develop students' knowledge and skills
• Proven ability to work harmoniously with diverse populations
• Become an expert with established curricula
• Meet, take attendance and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Develop and implement daily or weekly lesson plans and instructional materials in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
  
  
  See enclosed job description.
  
  Salary pursuant to TTEA salary guide and budgeted salary. 
  
  NJ First Act effective 9/1/2011
  
  Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
  
  Application Procedure:Apply Online