Science Teacher

BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools • Jersey City, NJ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Empowerment Academy Charter School is hiring a Middle School Science Teacher for the 2026/2027 School Year and beyond. The school is looking for candidates to begin as soon as possible. Certified Science Teachers are eligible for a $7,500 Critical Need Bonus. The base salary for the 2027 school year ranges from $70,000 to $90,000. The working hours are from 7:15 AM to 3:05 PM. Empowerment Academy is a dynamic and successful charter school that supports its teachers and staff, serving a diverse student population in Jersey City, Hoboken, and New York City. The staff is dedicated to closing the achievement gap and providing a quality educational program. The school emphasizes teamwork and community, offering competitive salaries and professional development to prevent teacher burnout.

Requirements

• Hold a New Jersey Department of Education CE, CEAS or Standard Certificate in a K-12 Science, OR hold Elementary Certification with a Middle School Science (5-8) endorsement.
• Only certificated candidates should apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach Middle School Science
• Plan lessons
• Solve problems
• Meet scholars' diverse needs
• Tutor students struggling to master essential skills
• Support students struggling with non-academic problems

Benefits

• Pension
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Hiring Bonus ($7,500 for Certified Science Teachers)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED