Elementary School Specials Teacher, 2026–27

Job overview

The Elementary School Specials Teacher role is onsite in Newark, NJ, with compensation of $65,000–$103,000 or more per year; the posting also describes potential performance-based pay of up to $7,000 annually. KIPP New Jersey operates free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools focused on preparing students for college and life. The teacher plans and delivers instruction, monitors student progress, and works with students, families, and colleagues to support achievement. The role uses assessment data to adjust teaching and contributes to a supportive classroom and school environment.

What you'll do

• Prepare and adapt lesson plans with grade-level colleagues
• teach to mastery using data
• support student progress
• maintain classroom management
• assist with diagnostic and progress-monitoring tests
• update student performance trackers
• participate in school, department, and parent meetings and school events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

elementary school specials teacher

2026–27 school year

elementary education

lesson planning

student progress

classroom management

assessment

newark nj

kipp new jersey

$65,000–$103,000+/year

up to $7,000 performance pay

nj teaching certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund for appropriately certified teachers
• optional 403(b) with matching contributions
• school-issued laptop
• transportation benefits for eligible commuters
• paid time off and school breaks
• parental leave
• employer-paid life insurance.

Why this role

Candidates must hold a valid New Jersey teaching certification or meet the stated GPA and Praxis criteria.

About the employer

KIPP New Jersey is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.