In-Class Support Teacher Gr 6-12 en Central Jersey College Preparatory Charter School

About CJCP

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: 

USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016
NJDOE Tier-I Charter School,  2013-2018
US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024
National Charter School, 2020
College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024
College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024
Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022
100% graduation rate, 2011- 2024
100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011 

The mission of CJCP is to provide  academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

In-Class Support Teacher

Responsibilities Include: 

• Support teachers and students in the classroom with assistance in the academic and developmental progress of students. 

• Assist teachers in delivering educational content by working with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning objectives. 

• Helping maintain a positive learning environment by supporting the classroom routines and supervising student behavior. 

• Assisting with clerical duties such as setting up equipment, preparing instructional materials, and recording student progress. 

• Monitoring students in various settings, including cafeterias, hallways, and during field trips, ensuring their safety and adherence to school policies. 

• Work closely with fellow teachers, support staff, and administrators to enhance instructional practices and contribute to school-wide initiatives.

• Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities such as ongoing training and workshops to stay current with the latest developments in education.

Essential Duties:

• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;

• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;

• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;

• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;

• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication;

• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction;

• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;

• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies;

• Classroom management skills;

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;

• Excellent organizational skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;

• Valid NJ Substitute, CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification;

• NJ Criminal History;

• Work authorization in the U.S.;

• Tuberculosis Test;

• Experience is a plus.

Opportunities at CJCP:

• A tenure track position;

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost;

• NJ state teachers’ pension plan enrollment;

• Tuition reimbursement assistance;

• Paid professional development opportunities;

• Paid time off;

• Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary Starting: $42,000.00 per year