Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Title: Secondary Science Teacher
School Year: 2026–2027
Job Duties
The Secondary Science Teacher reports to the Principal and provides effective science instruction while supporting students' academic and individual learning needs.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging science instruction aligned with New Jersey standards and the school curriculum.
- Develop and adapt lessons to meet individual student needs and learning profiles.
- Implement student IEP goals and accommodations and maintain accurate student records.
- Use differentiated and multisensory instructional strategies to support student learning.
- Monitor and communicate student progress with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
- Maintain a positive, safe, and structured classroom environment.
- Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and other professionals to support student needs.
- Attend IEP meetings, staff meetings, professional development, and required school activities.
- Supervise students as assigned.
- Support the mission, philosophy, policies, and educational goals of The Newgrange School.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Administration.
Requirements
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and valid New Jersey instructional certificate or Statement of Eligibility appropriate for science instruction.
- NJDOE Science Certification; TOH or TOSD certification preferred.
- Knowledge of effective instructional strategies and differentiated instruction.
- Ability to maintain a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
- NJDOE-required fingerprinting and criminal history clearance.
- Other qualifications as determined appropriate by the Principal and/or Executive Director.