Elementary School Science Teaching Opportunity (5th grade) - 2026/27 School Year

Paul Robeson Charter School•Trenton, NJ

About The Position

Paul Robeson Charter School is seeking a passionate and hardworking Science Teacher for the 2026–27 school year. The teacher will teach 5th grade science. Each core subject teacher is responsible for one content area and grade level, with a maximum roster of 75 students, supporting strong student relationships and deep content expertise. Teachers receive extensive preparation and collaborative planning time, along with regular support and coaching from a departmentalized leadership team. Staff members are considered important participants in decision-making and can influence the school’s direction. The role involves planning and delivering high-quality instruction, preparing standards-aligned lessons and assessments, differentiating instruction, reinforcing expectations, collaborating with colleagues, communicating with families, and providing at least one hour of after-school academic support per week. The school describes its approach as rigorous, culturally relevant, project-based, and focused on academic proficiency and social-emotional growth.

Requirements

Experience driving student achievement results.
Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Hold or be actively working to obtain New Jersey teacher certification within the first year of employment, and complete certification by the second year.
Outstanding instructional skills and a data-driven approach to instructional planning.
Mastery of and enthusiasm for the subject area.
Ability to motivate students and cultivate a culture of achievement.
Belief that all students should be held to high academic standards.
Resilience and professionalism.
Commitment to school transformation and continuous improvement.
Openness to feedback and coaching.
Strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement.
Collaborative approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

Plan and provide excellent instruction, making effective use of classroom time.
Develop detailed lesson plans, materials, homework assignments, and assessments based on state standards and school-wide student achievement goals.
Provide differentiated learning opportunities to support each student’s academic growth.
Set and reinforce clear expectations for student engagement.
Continuously improve based on feedback and coaching from school leaders.
Collaborate with other teachers to increase student engagement and achievement.
Reward positive student engagement and hold students accountable using school-wide systems.
Engage regularly with family members and participate in school-wide family engagement activities, including phone calls and school-based meetings.
Provide students with at least one hour of additional academic support after school each week.
Perform other duties as assigned.