Newark Public Schools
Department Chairperson Special Education SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Public Schools, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Department Chairperson Special Education SY2026-27 (NBOE)
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Overview Bring your content expertise to an environment that encourages creative pedagogical practices. As a Department Chair, you infuse cutting edge intellectual practices into the curriculum and equip teachers and students to grapple with the latest concepts in your content area. Newark has an opportunity to transform the school system so that all students graduate to succeed in the college or career of their choice.
We Need Leaders Who
Believe all students can achieve at high levels
Grow diverse teams
Are reflective and actively seek opportunities to grow
Innovate the previously unthinkable
Effectively communicate with others
Treat all people with respect and dignity
Know their content and get things done
Qualifications And Requirements
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
New Jersey Department of Education Certificate in Supervisor (0106)
Minimum of three (3) years successful experience in teaching the related content area or related experience
Basic Functions And Responsibilities
Facilitates the growth and development of teachers working collaboratively with peers
Assists teachers in alignment, articulation, integration, and implementation of curriculum through and across grade levels
Teaches demonstration lessons in classrooms and serves as a peer coach and mentor for staff in reciprocal relationships
Provides teachers the opportunity to develop effective instructional techniques, strategies and professional behaviors
Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for curriculum, assessment and instruction
Assumes responsibility to attend and participate in ongoing professional development activities
Provides teachers with the opportunity to enhance knowledge of content and management skills
Analyzes and communicates student assessment data, and makes program recommendations based on the analysis of available data
Provides reports on the progress of program initiatives
Performs other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by the Principal
Monitors implementation of the school district’s approved content program in accordance with the needs of students
Assumes responsibility to attend and participate in in‑service workshops
Assists the classroom teacher and teacher aides in the creative use of new technological equipment and supplementary materials
Perform other duties and tasks assigned by Supervisor
Reports To Principal
Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation
Salary Range: $92,000 - $128,000 (Pending salary negotiations)
Employment Period: Eleven (11) Months
Union Affiliation: CASA
How To Apply Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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Overview Bring your content expertise to an environment that encourages creative pedagogical practices. As a Department Chair, you infuse cutting edge intellectual practices into the curriculum and equip teachers and students to grapple with the latest concepts in your content area. Newark has an opportunity to transform the school system so that all students graduate to succeed in the college or career of their choice.
We Need Leaders Who
Believe all students can achieve at high levels
Grow diverse teams
Are reflective and actively seek opportunities to grow
Innovate the previously unthinkable
Effectively communicate with others
Treat all people with respect and dignity
Know their content and get things done
Qualifications And Requirements
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
New Jersey Department of Education Certificate in Supervisor (0106)
Minimum of three (3) years successful experience in teaching the related content area or related experience
Basic Functions And Responsibilities
Facilitates the growth and development of teachers working collaboratively with peers
Assists teachers in alignment, articulation, integration, and implementation of curriculum through and across grade levels
Teaches demonstration lessons in classrooms and serves as a peer coach and mentor for staff in reciprocal relationships
Provides teachers the opportunity to develop effective instructional techniques, strategies and professional behaviors
Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for curriculum, assessment and instruction
Assumes responsibility to attend and participate in ongoing professional development activities
Provides teachers with the opportunity to enhance knowledge of content and management skills
Analyzes and communicates student assessment data, and makes program recommendations based on the analysis of available data
Provides reports on the progress of program initiatives
Performs other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by the Principal
Monitors implementation of the school district’s approved content program in accordance with the needs of students
Assumes responsibility to attend and participate in in‑service workshops
Assists the classroom teacher and teacher aides in the creative use of new technological equipment and supplementary materials
Perform other duties and tasks assigned by Supervisor
Reports To Principal
Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation
Salary Range: $92,000 - $128,000 (Pending salary negotiations)
Employment Period: Eleven (11) Months
Union Affiliation: CASA
How To Apply Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
#J-18808-Ljbffr