Instructional Support Teacher

Basic Skills Teacher

Anticipated 2026 - 2027 Opening

Requirements: Appropriate NJ Certification

Duties: Per the attached job description - tenure track position

Effective Date: December 2026

Salary: Following the HVEA Salary Guide, starting at $64,730

Benefits: Full-time staff are eligible for medical, prescription, and dental benefits. Sick and personal days are included. Open until filled. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Fingerprint background check required

Reports To: Building principal or other appropriately certified administrator as designated by the superintendent

Job Goal: The Basic Skills Teacher will conduct an instructional program for those students encountering difficulty mastering the basic skills.

Performance Responsibilities

In order to fulfill his/her professional responsibilities the BASIC SKILLS TEACHER shall:

• Teach the basic skills (reading and/or mathematics) in accordance with grade level assignment and the Annual Basic Skills Improvement Program.
• Prepare daily lesson plans.
• Administer new student placement tests as necessary.
• Be responsible for student growth in the basic skills.
• Establish positive teacher-student relations.
• Establish a social-emotional climate that is conducive to learning.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Plan programs meeting the varying needs and abilities of the students.
• Employ techniques of instruction that achieve the stated objectives.
• Maintain open communication with parents.
• Work cooperatively with other members of the staff.
• Evaluate students' academic growth, keep mandated records, and prepare reports of progress.
• Instruct, advise, coach, supervise and/or direct extra-curricular activities, including but not limited to, such activities as interscholastic and intramural sports, music and theatrical programs, publications, student government, and student clubs.