Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Social Studies
Date Posted:
7/29/2026
Location:
Salem Middle School
Date Available:
09/01/2026
Closing Date:
08/12/2026
TITLE: TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Valid New Jersey Instructional Certification and/or Subject Matter Specialization Endorsement or eligibility.
2. Demonstrates knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
3. Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Instructs to achieve state core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning and skills development in the classroom. Teaches pupils through an approved course of study using board-adopted curricula, textbooks and other appropriate teaching methods.
2. Following the district format develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
3. Sets specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives.
4. By analyzing individual, class and school-wide student data, assesses, develops plans of action to drive instruction and monitors pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction.
5. Maintains records of pupil's educational progress in class record books and/or board approved forms and summarizes these marks for reporting purposes.
6. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning problems.
7. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve classroom climate conducive to learning.
8. Plans and uses class time effectively to maximize instructional opportunities.
9. Communicates effectively with parents through conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and to discuss pupil progress.
10. Devises written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts.
11 Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils.
12. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
13. Maintains professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities.
14. Participates in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees and other school and district groups.
15. Makes effective use of community resources to enhance the instructional program.
16. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
17. Maintains appropriate documentation.
18. Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten (10) month position; governed by the Teachers Association contract and calendar.
EVALUATIONS: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state laws and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of certified staff.
Wage or Salary Information
Certified Teaching Staff: Salary Range $64,000 - $97,251
Benefits Information
Enrollment in TPAF (Teacher's Pension and Annuity Fund) and Group Life Insurance through NJ Department of Pensions and Benefits
AmeriHealth New Jersey Educators Health Plan (Medical)
Benecard (Prescription)
Delta Dental (Dental)
Ameriflex (FSA) Flexible Spending Account
Opt-Out of Benefits Annual Waiver. Range: up to $5,000 per year
Ten Paid Sick days, Three Personal Days
Eligibility for enrollment in 403b Tax Shelter Annuity Plans. Vendors: MetLife/Brighthouse, Equitable,Midland or Lincoln Investment Planning.
Eligibility for enrollment in Disability, Life, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement Plans with Colonial Life Insurance.
Eligibility for enrollment in Disability Insurance with Prudential, Colonial Life, or AFLAC.
Extra Compensation Programs
Extra-Curricular Stipends
After School Tutoring and Homebound Tutoring
Professional Development Workshops in the District
