<p>We are seeking two highly motivated and experienced individuals to fill in for two Third Grade Teachers at Eleanor Rush Intermediate School. These are temporary positions that will require the candidates to work closely with students, teachers, and parents to ensure the delivery of high-quality education services. The ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, be able to work independently, and have a passion for working with students in primary grades.</p> <p>The time frame for the two (2) temporary leave replacement positions are as follows:</p> <ul> <li>For position 1, leave will begin on August 28, 2025, with an anticipated end on December 19, 2025. </li><li>For position 2, leave will begin on or about August 28, 2025, with an anticipated end on February 3, 2026. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. </li><li>Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. </li><li>Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction </li><li>Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed. </li><li>Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system. </li><li>Monitors student progress and adjusts instruction as needed. </li><li>Communicates regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress. </li><li>Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws. </li><li>Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. </li><li>Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. </li><li>Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees. </li><li>Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and trends in education. </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field </li><li>Valid NJ teaching certification in Elementary Education </li><li>Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles </li><li>Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts, as well as the NJ Student Learning Standards </li><li>Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding education and students </li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team </li><li>Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment </li><li>Strong organizational and time-management skills </li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times </li></ul>