Patrick 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.Â
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 K6).
- 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 buzzwordit'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)