Job Description
Position Type: High School Teaching/Science - Biology
Date Posted: 9/17/2026
Location: North Plainfield High School
Date Available: 01/01/2027
Overview The North Plainfield School District, a culturally diverse Preschool - Grade 12 district in Somerset County serving approximately 3,300 students, is seeking a dynamic and student-centered High School Biology Teacher to join North Plainfield High School. Guided by our core values of Caring, Appreciation, Respect, and Determination (C.A.R.D.), North Plainfield is committed to providing rigorous, engaging learning experiences that challenge students and prepare them for college, career, and beyond.
The ideal candidate will create an engaging science classroom where students investigate, question, analyze, and apply scientific concepts through inquiry, laboratory experiences, collaboration, and real-world connections.
Qualifications - Valid New Jersey instructional certificate with appropriate endorsement to teach Biological Science
- Strong knowledge of biology content and the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for Science
- Ability to design rigorous, engaging, and standards-aligned instruction
- Experience facilitating laboratory investigations and inquiry-based learning
- Ability to use student achievement data to inform instruction and provide targeted support
- Commitment to meeting the needs of diverse learners through differentiation and inclusive instructional practices
- Strong classroom management, communication, organization, and collaboration skills
- Ability to integrate technology and relevant scientific applications into instruction
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities - Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned biology instruction
- Engage students in laboratory investigations, scientific inquiry, problem solving, and data analysis
- Create learning experiences that connect biological concepts to real-world applications
- Differentiate instruction to meet the academic needs of diverse learners
- Assess student learning regularly and use data to adjust instruction and provide appropriate interventions and enrichment
- Establish a classroom environment that promotes curiosity, collaboration, academic discourse, and student ownership of learning
- Maintain appropriate laboratory safety procedures and expectations
- Collaborate with science colleagues, instructional coaches, supervisors, and administrators to strengthen curriculum and instruction
- Participate in professional learning communities, professional development, and school and district initiatives
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, Supervisor, or district administration
Terms of Employment Ten-month position. Salary in accordance with the negotiated agreement.
Salary $69,630-103,000, commensurate with education and experience, in accordance with the negotiated agreement between the North Plainfield Board of Education and the North Plainfield Education Association.
Why North Plainfield? At North Plainfield, you will join a collaborative school community that values strong instruction, professional growth, and meaningful relationships with students. We are committed to supporting educators through mentoring, ongoing professional learning, and opportunities to grow as instructional leaders.
Insurance, dental, and vision benefit packages included.
Join a district where we unlock potential and create impact every day.
Equal Opportunity Employer The North Plainfield School District is an EOE/AA Employer and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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