Thank you for your interest in working at William Paterson University. William Paterson University is a purpose-driven, proudly diverse community—designated as both a public Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution—committed to creating transformative academic, professional, and personal experiences as a powerhouse of progress. We foster a workplace that values growth, flexibility, and community, and we are recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Forbes’ Best Employers by State, 2025 Great College to Work For, and honored with the NJBIZ Empowering Women Award. Our 1,000 dedicated staff members enjoy competitive benefits, a four-day summer workweek, tuition support, and strong opportunities for internal promotion. Situated on a scenic suburban campus just 20 miles from New York City, WP offers a diverse, inclusive environment where your contributions fuel student success, economic and social mobility, and community engagement. Together, we empower our students through intentional, holistic support within flexible, innovative, and inclusive settings—preparing graduates to thrive professionally and personally, and to lead with a commitment to progress in New Jersey and beyond. We invite you to join William Paterson University: a wonderful community to learn, work, grow, and thrive. William Paterson University has been named to Forbes’ prestigious “Best Employers by State” list for 2024, recognizing the institution as one of the best-ranked employers in New Jersey based on nationwide surveys. WP is one of four education institutions on the Garden State’s list this year. Here is the link to the article forbes-best-in-state-employers-new-jersey-2024. William Paterson University is among more than 40 companies and organizations that will be honored with a 2024 NJBIZ Empowering Women Award for their commitment to supporting and elevating women employees. William Paterson University employs approximately 1000 full time employees in the state who work in a variety of positions ranging from professors to administrative assistants and administrators, physical plant operations, campus police, athletics coaches, academic advisors, and more. William Paterson University supports a remote friendly hybrid work schedule for this role. William Paterson also boasts a four-day summer work week from mid-May to mid-August (Fridays off), during which all employees participate in our award-winning Summer Learning series. Spanning more than 400 wooded acres in suburban Wayne, New Jersey – just 20 miles from New York City – our campus is one of the most diverse in the nation and it ranks in the top 4 percent of colleges for social mobility. William Paterson is a strong proponent of employees growing their careers there. More than fifty percent of the University’s roles are filled by promotions from within. We’re not only committed to social mobility for our students, but also for our employees. Your work as a member of our team is important to our students and to the progress of our University. What you do here matters, and we value every contribution. William Paterson University invites applications for the full-time, 10-month position of Teacher in the on-campus Child Development Center. The Teacher position reports to the University’s Child Development Center Director and Associate Director. The incumbent will be assigned to a preschool or kindergarten classroom and will collaborate with the teaching team and consult with the Instructional Coach. This position will be assisted by instructional assistants in each classroom and will have opportunities to participate in early childhood workshops and conferences. The Child Development Center will serve as a resource for the University’s Early Childhood Professional Development Schools Network, as a learning lab for early childhood teacher candidates in the College of Education, and for other colleges within the University supporting student assignments and/or students/faculty research. College of Education overview: https://www.wpunj.edu/coe/ Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Serves as the teacher of record in a preschool or kindergarten classroom. Creates a developmentally appropriate early childhood environment and implements best practices in early childhood education that meets the needs of diverse learners. Partners with families via conferences, workshops and events; engages in ongoing, open communication with families regarding the children’s social-emotional and academic development. Submits weekly lesson plans to instructional coach and attends feedback (fidelity) sessions. Documents and maintains accurate performance-based assessment data (TSG portal). Works with instructional coach and other team members to evaluate one’s classroom and teaching practice (ECERS-3), The Fidelity Tools Teacher Checklist and the Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP). Administers NJDECE approved screening (ESI) in accordance with NJDECE timeline. Ensures compliance with NJ Department of Children and Families (NJDCF) required professional development hours and trainings. Adheres to the National Association for the Education of Young Children, (NAEYC) ten accreditation early childhood program standard and assessment indicators. Follows procedures for safe storage of classroom confidential school files, ensuring that all record keeping procedures comply with NJ Department of Human Services (NJDHS) licensing laws. Protects confidentiality of records and information gained as part of professional duties. Attends and/or facilitates local, state and university workshops and conferences, as appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned that are appropriate for the position. Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education. NJ DOE P-3 Teaching Certificate OR a Certificate of Eligibility (CE) OR Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) Knowledge of the New Jersey Preschool and/or Kindergarten Teaching and Learning Standards. Knowledge and use of NJ Division of Early Childhood Education (NJDECE) approved curriculum model (Creative Curriculum/Teaching Strategies Gold). Knowledge and use of developmentally appropriate performance-based assessment instruments including Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG). Understanding of the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS) subscales and items. Ability to differentiate instruction to accommodate all students. Personal attributes and traits: Ability to take personal responsibility and action toward learning and implementing new ideas, methods, and technologies. Capable of analyzing various aspects of a situation to gain insight to make decisions. Ability to rationally and calmly solve problems and approach crises. Capacity to perceive and understand the individuality in others. Ability to cooperate with others to meet objectives. AFT Salary Grade 18 - $53,277.47 - $82,568.88 This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans. To learn more, please visit: https://www.wpunj.edu/human-resources/total-rewards/ NOTE: This is an ongoing posting designed to create a pool of qualified candidates for anticipated and future vacancies. An immediate opening may not be available at the time of application. Applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted by the Hiring Manager if a position becomes available and they are selected to move forward in the interview process. Invitation to apply: Review of application will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration and should be uploaded when prompted to upload your resume. General questions related to this application process, please contact talent@wpunj.edu . Please include with your inquiry the Job Requisition number beginning with R as well as the job title and department. Application Requirements: Application and resume Contact information for three professional references Copies of recent evaluations of teaching performance Official college transcripts Valid NJ P-3 Teaching Certificate and other credentials Salary Range: Total Rewards and Benefits: Click here to view the total rewards of working at WP William Paterson University is committed to protecting your privacy and will not sell your personal information. EEO Statement William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit University Facts William Paterson University is the third most diverse public university in New Jersey. As a longstanding member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), we have been designated by the US Department of Education as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. William Paterson University is also proud to be designated as a NASA MSI (Minority Serving Institution). The University offers more than 250 undergraduate and graduate academic programs that range from liberal arts and sciences to pre-professional and professional programs; it enrolls over 9,000 students from across the country and from over 40 nations. The University is situated on a beautiful, 380-acre suburban campus in Wayne, New Jersey, just twenty miles west of New York City. If you didn't find an opportunity that you'd like to apply to, or are just in a hurry, you can just drop off your resume and contact information.

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