TEACHER

Code: 04134@ Local Non-Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction provides instruction on the elementary and/or secondary level to students; does related work as required.

Examples of work

• Plans subject matter to be taught.
• Devises courses of study in accordance with individuals' abilities.
• Prepares study program in accordance with a standard high school or elementary curriculum.
• Prepares periodic examinations or programs designed to measure participant's scholastic knowledge and reading ability.
• Gives remedial reading and/or other instruction to participants to determine their scholastic standing and assigns them to appropriate classes.
• Stimulates participant's interest in the study program.
• Provides counsel and advice to participants on problems related to education and vocational goals.
• Keeps needed records and files.
• May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

License

Applicants must possess a valid New Jersey Standard Teacher's Certificate, Emergency Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility, or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing issued by the Board of Examiners of the New Jersey Department of Education.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of elementary and/or secondary education.
• Knowledge of the educational problems of high school dropouts.
• Knowledge of the techniques used in group activities.
• Knowledge of the preparation and maintenance of accurate records.
• Ability to analyze, comprehend, and interpret problems pertinent to the work involved.
• Ability to organize assigned work and develop effective work methods.
• Ability to work harmoniously with associates.
• Ability to observe and report conditions of participants.
• Ability to work with a variety of type of people and to establish and maintain suitable records and files.
• Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

An applicant may be required to also possess an endorsement appropriate to the subject or grade level to be taught, issued by the Board of Examiners of the New Jersey Department of Education, as determined by the school district or Appointing Authority.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.