High School ELA/ English Teacher
About The Position
Empowerment Academy Charter School is hiring a High School ELA/ English Teacher for its 11th/12th Grade location, with a start date as soon as possible. The teacher will work within a school-wide team and receive coaching and professional development from school leaders, collaborate with peers in professional learning communities to plan lessons and solve problems, and partner with specialists to support students’ diverse needs. Empowerment Academy provides planning periods during the school day, a research-based curriculum and supporting materials, formative assessments aligned with the curriculum, and access to reading and math specialists, counselors, and social workers. The school emphasizes teamwork, community, academic success, teacher support, and professional development.
Requirements
- Must hold or have pending a New Jersey Department of Education CE, CEAS, Limited CE, or Standard Certificate in English.
Responsibilities
- Teach English language arts to students at the 11th/12th Grade location.
- Collaborate with peers in professional learning communities to plan lessons and solve problems.
- Partner with specialists to meet students’ diverse needs.
Benefits
- Competitive annual raises and stipend opportunities
- Health care plan including medical, dental, and vision
- Retirement plan, including participation in the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF)
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and public holidays
- Family leave, including maternity and paternity leave
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Training and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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