Middle School Teacher Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

A Middle School Teacher is an integral part of the elementary education industry, contributing to the academic and social development of students in grades 6-8. They design and deliver lesson plans, assess student performance, maintain classroom discipline, and communicate with parents about student progress. Besides teaching core subjects like English, Math, Science, and Social Studies, middle school teachers often help students navigate the challenges of adolescence. They are responsible for creating a positive learning environment and implementing various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles and abilities.

Important skills for a Middle School Teacher include strong communication and organizational skills, patience, creativity, and a passion for teaching. They should also have a strong understanding of child psychology and development. In terms of certification, all states require public middle school teachers to have at least a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field, and to have completed a student-teaching program. Additionally, they must pass a teacher certification test. Prior to becoming a Middle School Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor, or even an Elementary School Teacher. These positions provide valuable experience in managing a classroom and developing effective teaching strategies.

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Teaching Positions

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

MAZEL DAY SCHOOL in South Brooklyn is accepting resumes for September 2022: Lower School General Studies Teachers (Grades K-4) Middle School Math Teacher (Grades 5-8) Middle School Humanities...

Middle School Physical Education / Health Teacher

  • Long Island City, NY (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

plans and mastery-oriented short term lesson plans Maintaining high academic expectations through purposeful building of thinking skills, standards-aligned independent practice, questioning and discussion...

Family & Consumer Science Teacher (Part Time)

  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Number: SYTN... Start Date: 2024-08-27T00:00:00 End Date: 2024-06-19T00:00:00 Description: Family & Consumer Science Teacher (Part-time)H.B. Thompson Middle School and Syosset High...

English Teacher

  • West Hempstead, NY (24 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • West Hempstead, NY (24 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Number: WHSN... Start Date: 2022-10-20T00:00:00 End Date: 2022-09-30T00:00:00 Description: Immediate OpeningOctober 20, 2022English TeacherProbationary Position What are you striving for? Do...

Anticipated Opening - Math Teacher

  • Ringwood, NJ (19 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Ringwood, NJ (19 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Mathematics Date Posted: 4/16/2025 Location: M. J. Ryerson Middle School Date Available: on/about 09/01/2025 Closing Date: 04/30/2025   Additional...

High School - Global History - TEACHER 2025-2026

  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Using a shared FLACS Network social studies curriculum aligned with the NYS K-12 Social Studies Framework and the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science...

Science Teacher

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

Icahn Charter School is on the search for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and collaborative Science teacher to join our growing school community. The Middle School Science Teacher should be a...

Middle School Science Teacher (25-26)

  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher, Brooklyn, New York In-Person Work Required This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime....

English Teacher - Part-Time (0.40 FTE) - MHS

  • Mamaroneck, NY (16 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (16 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number: MAMN... Start Date: 2022-09-01T00:00:00 End Date: 2022-08-18T00:00:00 Description: Position: English Teacher - Part-Time (0.40 FTE) Location: Mamaroneck High School Position Available:...

Spanish Teacher - Grades K-8 (23-24 SY)

  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number: CSEN... Start Date: 2023-08-21T00:00:00 End Date: 2023-08-24T00:00:00 Description: Position OverviewThe Charter School of Educational Excellence Spanish Teacher understands and...

Reading Teacher

  • Woodmere, NY (24 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodmere, NY (24 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number: HWMN... Start Date: 2024-08-29T00:00:00 End Date: 2024-07-12T00:00:00 Description: Ogden Elementary School is seeking a full time Reading Teacher for the 2024-25 school year. The...

Middle School Science Teacher

  • Jersey City, NJ (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Middle School Science Teacher JobID: 6767 Position Type: Teaching Opportunities 2025/2026 School Year Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Jersey City Public Schools Closing Date: 12/31/2025...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Jersey City, NJ (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Social Studies Teacher JobID: 6752 Position Type: Teaching Opportunities 2025/2026 School Year Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Jersey City Public Schools Closing Date: 12/31/2025   Additional...

Summer Math Teacher (Middle and Upper School)

  • Saddle River, NJ (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saddle River, NJ (11 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

instruction to meet a wide range of learning styles Communicate effectively with families to support student success Be organized, empathetic, and committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment...

Lower School Spanish & Reading Teacher

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The Buckley School, an all-boys K-8 + Academy Year school, located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is seeking an outstanding Lower School Spanish/Reading teacher for the first through third...

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Salary for Middle School Teacher Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Middle School Teachers in Hackensack, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.8%
Bachelor's Degree
39.3%
Doctorate Degree
6.4%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Middle School Teachers in Hackensack, NJ
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
24.5%
None
22.3%
4-6 years
11.3%
2-4 years
6.0%


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