Middle School Science Teacher- SIGN ON BONUS
Company: Camden City School District
Location: Camden
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
JobID: 260Position Type: K-12 Teachers/Teacher - MS ScienceDate
Posted: 12/19/2022Location: Camden, NJ(High-Needs School)Middle
School Science TeacherIn our District, we put students first. Our
vision: all Camden students will attend a high quality school where
they are valued, challenged, and prepared for college and careers
that positively impact their community and the world. High quality
schools have a great teacher in every classroom, are housed in
safe, clean buildings equipped to meet the needs of 21st century
learners, with the support of an efficient and effective Central
Office. All this is possible only with the right team members in
place, working together with partners and the community to provide
all students the academic, social, and emotional supports needed to
succeed in school and beyond. Read more here.The Superintendent
invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the
position of Teacher, Science.Across the District, our staff
maintain a clear focus on ensuring that every student in the city
is enrolled in an excellent school that meets his or her unique
needs. The District believes in the power of high expectations and
the extraordinary potential of our students.A teacher in the Camden
City School District will serve as a classroom leader who works to
provide exceptional instruction that affords all students the
opportunity to excel academically and meet grade level standards.
The teacher will bring content-specific expertise to their
instructional planning and delivery that equips students with the
skills necessary to become informed, successful citizens in a
global economy. The teacher will collaborate closely with other
staff members to ensure that all students receive outstanding
support and services. Through this role, the teacher will work
relentlessly to increase student achievement levels by consistently
setting rigorous academic and behavioral goals for students,
monitoring progress towards these goals through data analysis, and
adjusting course when necessary. The teacher will work to actively
build positive and beneficial relationships with parents, guardians
and community members in order to positively impact their students'
academic performance.Requirements and QualificationsMinimum
RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or
universityValid New Jersey Instructional (Teacher's)
CertificateChemistry (2270)Biological Science (2210)Earth Science
(2220)Physical Science (2240)Physics (2260)Elementary
(1000)Elementary K-6 (1001) AND MS Science (1103)Prior experience
teaching low-income students in an urban setting (strongly
preferred)A valid driver's license with current insurance and valid
vehicle registrationRequired criminal history background check,
physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien
statusRole & ResponsibilitiesMajor roles and responsibilities
include:Serving as a classroom leader by providing high quality,
differentiated instruction to studentsSetting rigorous academic and
behavioral goals for students and investing students in these
goalsImplementing and effectively modifying instruction aligned to
the district's educational goals by focusing on high standards and
achievement for all studentsDesigning and implementing
high-quality, thorough lesson, unit and long-term plans that equip
students with the skills and knowledge necessary to master daily
objectives and grade level standardsCo-planning with Special
Education Teachers when necessary to ensure that the academic and
behavioral needs of each student are metContinuously tracking
student achievement data and using the data to inform instructional
planning and deliveryPreparing, leveraging and delivering
constructive feedback to students aimed at improving their academic
performanceConsistently implementing and enforcing rules and
consequences in the classroom setting and school-wideProviding
continuous evaluation of student progress that is consistent with
district established goals and policies, and clearly communicating
this progress to all necessary stakeholdersMaintaining, monitoring,
and reporting students' grade and attendance recordsTaking personal
responsibility for students' mastery of academic
standardsEffectively and innovatively incorporating technological
resources into classroom lessonsCommitting to continual
professional growth that leads students to achieve the greatest
learning gainsCommunicating effectively with students, families and
colleagues in order to invest all stakeholders in the learning
processAttending and actively participating in all professional
development, team planning and data analysis meetingsWill be
required to support projects and initiatives in other divisions and
departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basisThe Teacher may
also take on other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the
Principal and/or their designee.An ideal candidate for this role
will demonstrate the following and/or have experience with:A
commitment to the success of all Camden students, specifically to
raising the academic achievement of children in high-poverty
communitiesAn unwavering commitment to ensuring all students leave
school with the skills necessary to succeed in life and further
education and/or trainingA genuine belief that all students can
achieve at high levels when they have access to high quality
instruction and resourcesA drive to improve the minds and
characters of students inside and outside of schoolA desire to grow
professionally and seek out new opportunities to learnA
demonstrated ability to use data to inform instructionExemplary
oral and written communication skillsOutstanding interpersonal and
teamwork skillsPreferred experience implementing co-teaching
modelsExceptional classroom management skillsAn ability to
critically assess challenges and identify effective instructional
or behavioral solutions that support the success of each individual
studentAn ability to successfully differentiate instruction in
order to meet the needs of all students, including those who are
classified as Special Education or English Language
LearnersEvidence of self-motivationAn ability to thrive in a
fast-paced, ambiguous environmentA willingness to go above and
beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to
a new future for urban educationAn ability to demonstrate the
qualities of flexibility and grit through past experiencesCore
ValuesWe are seeking individuals who will exemplify the district's
core values:Respect and Humility: We serve our community by
recognizing the strengths, experiences, and perspectives of others.
We humbly recognize our own limitations and incorporate lessons we
gain from our reflective practice.Evidence-based: We use evidence
to inform decisions and to ensure that we are accountable to our
students and families.Communication & Collaboration: We communicate
openly and work collaboratively, recognizing that getting to the
best possible decisions requires input from others. Honest
communications build trust and establish a community that assumes
best intentions.Solutions-oriented: With respect for the complexity
of this work and the history that precedes us, we focus on
persistence, resourcefulness, and inclusiveness to drive toward
solutions.Additional InformationReports To: Principal or a designee
appointed by the PrincipalEvaluated By: Principal or a designee
appointed by the PrincipalSalary Range: Teacher's Salary
GuideEmployment Period: Ten-month, tenureable positionUnion
Affiliation: Camden Education Associate (CEA)THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL
DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EMPLOYER(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's
approval)BenefitsFull medical, dental, prescription and vision
coverage, including spouse, child and family coverageMandatory
enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)Optional pre-tax benefits available,
including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and
transportationStarting Minimum Salary: $54,272Starting Maximun
Salary: $89,972
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