About this role
Qualifications:
• State Teaching Certification
• Bachelor's degree required
• Four years relevant experience required
• Preferably holds a Master's Degree in education, public affairs, or related field
• 2-3 years working in an urban school setting
• Have excellent experience in teaching and working with adolescents.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the content field and describe ways in which the content can be organized into lessons for secondary students
• Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed the five broad areas of the Cross-Content Workplace Readiness Standard:
• Use technology, information, and other tools;
• Use critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrate self-management skills; and
• Apply safety standards
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of adolescent growth and development.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.
• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled
Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.