GRADE 5 MATHEMATICS/SCIENCE TEACHER (LEAVE REPLACEMENT JUNE 2026 - DECEMBER 2026)
JobID: 451 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary School Teacher Date Posted: 2/2/2026 Location: Patrick M. Villano Elementary School Date Available: June 2026
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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.
About the Position:
• Teach Grade 5 Mathematics and Science with a focus on inquiry-based learning and conceptual understanding. • 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). • Design engaging lessons that connect mathematical data analysis with scientific exploration, fostering critical thinking and real-world application. • Work closely with the 5th-grade team to ensure instructional consistency and participate in collaborative planning sessions. • 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" isnt just a buzzword-its 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)