Social Studies Teacher - Middle School

Social Studies Teacher - Middle School JobID: 3405Position Type:Middle School Teaching/Social StudiesDate Posted:5/15/2026Location:Fernwood Avenue Middle SchoolDate Available:08/27/2026Closing Date:05/25/2026Additional Information: Show/HideJob Title: Social Studies Teacher Middle SchoolReports To: Building Principal and Supervisor of Social StudiesJob Purpose: To provide Social Studies instruction in accordance with New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS).Qualifications-Required:NJDOE Social Studies Teacher Certification (Standard, CEAS, CE) or Grades 5-8 Social Studies EndorsementKnowledge of the NJ Student Learning Standards for Social StudiesAbility to differentiate instructionAbility to integrate technology effectively in instructional practicesAbility to write and follow lesson plansAbility to speak English clearly and accuratelyAbility to make learning relevant to studentsAbility to implement the use of technology for instructionAbility to assess student level of learningAbility to motivate and relate to studentsStrong classroom managementExcellent communication, oral, and written skillsAbility to pass the Criminal History ReviewAbility to pass the Sexual Misconduct Child Abuse DisclosureAbility to pass pre-employment physical examQualifications-Desired:2-3 years of experience teaching secondary studentsFamiliarity with Charlotte Danielson's Framework for TeachingExperience working in PLC'sDuties/Responsibilities:Creates and follows weekly lesson plansEstablishes classroom rules and proceduresDemonstrates best practices in classroom instructionCommunicates with students and parentsCreates and modifies student assessments as neededDemonstrates and includes differentiated instructions in lesson plansUtilizes technology in teaching strategiesInputs student grades using online software on a regular basisEngages students in rigorous learning experiencesAllows for student-driven learningWorking Conditions:School BuildingClassroom10-Month ContractSalary range of $60,141 (BA, Step 1) to $104,512 (DOC, Step 13)Medical and Dental BenefitsMembership in Teacher's Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF)Physical Requirements: (The physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)Ability to stand for long periods of timeAbility to talk for long periods of timeAbility walk the halls and go up/down stairsAbility to use a computer keyboard and computerAbility to raise and use hands and arms for instructional purposesDirect Reports:N/AApplication Procedure:Apply OnlineSelection Procedure:InterviewEgg Harbor Township Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer