GRADE 5 MATHEMATICS/SCIENCE TEACHER (LEAVE REPLACEMENT JUNE 2026 - DECEMBER 2026)

Position Type:Elementary School Teaching/Elementary School TeacherDate Posted:2/2/2026Location:Patrick M. Villano Elementary SchoolDate Available:June 2026Patrick M. Villano Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Grade 5 Mathematics and Science Teacher to join our team for a leave replacement position.About the Position:Dual-Subject Instruction: Teach Grade 5 Mathematics and Science with a focus on inquiry-based learning and conceptual understanding.Bridge the Gap: Manage the classroom transition from the end of the spring term (June 2026) through the pivotal first semester of the following year (ending December 2026).Curriculum Integration: Design engaging lessons that connect mathematical data analysis with scientific exploration, fostering critical thinking and real-world application.Team Collaboration: Work closely with the 5th-grade team to ensure instructional consistency and participate in collaborative planning sessions.Student Support: Assess student progress and provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of 5th-grade learners.Qualifications:Certification: Valid New Jersey teaching certification (Elementary Education K 6).Pedagogy: Strong knowledge of 5th-grade math standards and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).Experience: Previous experience in upper elementary grades is preferred; familiarity with problem-based math and hands-on science inquiry is a plus.Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborating with a high-performing grade-level team and maintaining proactive communication with families.Why Join Us?Villano Elementary offers a highly supportive environment where "teamwork" isn't just a buzzword it's how we operate. You will be fully integrated into our 5th-grade professional learning community, receiving the resources and collaborative support needed to ensure student success during this transition period.Salary Range - as per EEA Agreement (salary guide attached)Attachment(s):2025-2026 Salary Guide.pdf