Open Positions for Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson

Openings as of 3/26/2025

Middle School Math Teacher

JobID: 294

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Mathematics


Date Posted:
  3/11/2025


Location:
  Philip`s Academy Charter School of Paterson
(High-Needs School)


  
Mission:
 
The mission of philip's Academy Charter school of Paterson (PACS) is, we will provide a moral and rigorous education to a diverse student body, accomplished in a hands-on, technology infused educational environment that embraces differentiated instruction and individual attention that will allow our students to attend college, while developing a commitment to global citizenship, environmental sustainability, and personal virtue.
 
Nature and Scope of Job:
 
Under the supervision of the Vice Principal, the Middle School - Math Teacher will be the instructional leader of their classroom. The teacher will create, manage, and participate in a variety of learning environments and activities that enhance student development and mastery of learning objectives. Philip’s teachers participate in extensive professional development, collaborate with other faculty and staff, promote rigorous learning opportunities, and look out for the collective and individual interests of Philip’s students as well as the schools’ greater community.
 
Performance Responsibilities:
 
• Teach mathematics to students using a variety of instructional strategies
• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with curriculum standards
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Utilize technology and other resources to enhance learning experiences
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement effective teaching practices
• Provide individualized instruction to students with special education needs
• Mentor and support students in their academic and personal growth
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress
 
Qualifications:
 
• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Valid New Jersey teaching certification in Mathematics
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
• Current residency in New Jersey approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment
• 1-2 years of teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to ensuring academic success for all students.
• Shared dedication to Philip’s Academy’s philosophy and mission.
• Excellent teamwork, work ethic, and organizational skills.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and verbally. Bilingual is a plus.
• Possess excellent integrity, a gentle spirit, and demonstrate strong moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate technological abilities: word processing, data management, and informational retrieval.
• Maintain ongoing professional development.
• Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certification upon hire.
• Complete a Tuberculosis test and physical and provide a physician’s documentation of both.
• Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry students up to 70lbs.
• Have dependable transportation.
 
Philip’s Academy Charter Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
 
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
 
Benefits:
 
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
 
Physical Setting:
 
• Charter school
 
 





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