Foundation Academies · 1 month ago
Elementary School Teacher (4-5) 2026-2027
Foundation Academy
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expFoundation Academies is an innovative school focused on building independence, ingenuity, empathy, and leadership through enrichment programming and exceptional instruction. The Elementary School Teacher will plan and deliver engaging lessons while fostering a positive classroom environment that promotes academic growth and respect.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons that foster creativity, curiosity, and mastery of content knowledge
Provide engaging individual and group instruction tailored to meet diverse scholar needs
Create a structured, inclusive, and collaborative classroom environment that promotes respect, creativity, and academic growth
Model emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills to build a positive classroom culture
Manage classroom supplies and equipment to ensure scholars have access to necessary materials and resources
Evaluate scholar work and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement
Stay current with educational research, instructional strategies, and inclusive practices through ongoing professional development
Demonstrate cultural awareness and ensure curriculum and materials are representative and equitable
Collaborate with support teams and remain informed about Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) and Special Services as needed
Participate in school and organization-wide events that strengthen family and community engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Must possess NJ certification in Elementary K–6 by start date
Must possess experience teaching 4th/5th grade science, math, ELA, or social studies
2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred
Must have a track record of measurable success and achievement
You are committed to living out our mission
Welcomes the challenge to grow, learn, and improve in a collaborative environment
Committed to our mission of preparing all scholars for college and embodying our core values
Committed to serving our scholar population in an anti-discriminatory learning environment
Preferred
2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred
Benefits
Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
Windows-based laptop
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid school breaks aligned with the academic calendar.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage for you and your family.
Pension Plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF).
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution options.
Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
Ongoing Professional Development and access to coaching and leadership opportunities
Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture centered on collaboration, respect, and purpose
Company
Foundation Academies
We are Foundation Academies, a diverse K-12 learning community focused on academic growth and achievement.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Graig Weiss
Chief Executive Officer
Sheria McRae
Chief Executive Officer
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