25-26 Teacher Biology

Teacher Biology

MISSION:

The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.

WHO YOU ARE: 

If you have a passion for biology and a gift for inspiring young minds, we are looking for you.  You are someone who incorporates technology and hands-on learning experiences into the classroom with enthusiasm. The ideal candidate also believes in collaboration with other colleagues and promotes understanding and communication in a diverse learning and cultural environment.

Do you have what it takes?

• Education and Experience: 
  
  
  
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
  
  
  • A New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) as a Biology Teacher or as required for this position.3
  
  
  
  

THE ROLE:

• Preparing and delivering engaging biology lessons to students from different backgrounds, who all have different interests and abilities.

• Monitoring student performance, and adjusting teaching strategies and techniques for improved content delivery.

• Establishing classroom, laboratory, and field trip rules and ensuring all students understand and accept them.

• Setting up exams, assessments, and experiments in accordance with curriculum requirements and standards of the state and district.

• Communicating any student issues to parents, counselors, and other relevant staff members.

• Attending school events, club meetings, and staff meetings as required.

• Representing the school at conferences, workshops, and other networking events.

• Coming up with suggestions to improve the Biology Department and general school operations.

• Building rapport with students so that they feel comfortable and safe discussing sensitive topics in class.

• Encouraging students to participate in science fairs, competitions, and expos, and preparing them for these events.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• BA $64,570 - $92,200 / MA $65,820 - $93,450

• Term of Employment: 10.5 Months

• Union: MPTEA

Are You Ready To Join The Village?

Here’s what you can expect-

• The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity


• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies


• Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones


• Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan


• Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development


• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded.

Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received only some applicants will be contacted.  If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process.

Marion P. Thomas Charter School 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.