Anticipated Preschool Teacher

Glassboro Public Schools•Glassboro, NJ

About The Position

Glassboro Public Schools is seeking a Preschool Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher assumes professional responsibility for the educational instruction and supervision of assigned students in accordance with courses of study approved by the Board of Education. The role includes planning instruction to address students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities; implementing curriculum standards; creating an age-appropriate learning environment; and guiding students toward curriculum goals and objectives. The teacher assesses student progress, communicates with students, parents, and colleagues, and seeks district specialist support when appropriate. The position also contributes to curriculum and instructional-material selection, participates in staff meetings and committees as appropriate, supports school rules and policies, and supervises students in shared school spaces and on school grounds. This is a ten-month position, with salary and contract terms to be negotiated with the Superintendent and Board of Education. Performance is evaluated annually. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, with tuition reimbursement available.

Requirements

Hold or be eligible for a New Jersey Instructional Certificate with the appropriate teaching endorsement.

Responsibilities

Plan programs of study and lessons that address students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Implement courses of study that incorporate identified New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and Cumulative Progress Indicators.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
Guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and objectives using suitable instructional methods and materials.
Manage the learning environment to support teaching assignments and the overall operation of the school.
Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports as required.
Guide students toward achievement, appropriate actions, and decision-making by counseling with students, parents, and colleagues.
Identify students’ learning needs and seek assistance from district specialists when appropriate.
Assist with curriculum development and selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as appropriate.
Help uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
Supervise student behavior in hallways, the lunchroom, and on school grounds to support the safety and wellbeing of students, personnel, and visitors.
Perform duties assigned by the supervisor within the scope of employment and certifications and in accordance with applicable laws, rules, policies, and contractual obligations.
Maintain awareness of current developments in subject matter and teaching methodology.
Demonstrate professional and personal attributes that contribute to school life and maintain ethical and professional conduct with school personnel and other agencies.
Perform other specific duties assigned by the administration.