Specialist Teachers

Job Description

Holy Spirit School - Pequannock, New Jersey
2026-2027 School Year

Holy Spirit School, a PreK-Grade 8 Catholic school in Pequannock, New Jersey, is seeking qualified and enthusiastic Part-Time Teachers in the following areas for the 2026-2027 school year:
Reading
Mathematics
Spanish

We are seeking educators who are committed to academic excellence, student growth, and supporting the mission of Catholic education.

Essential Functions
Catholic Identity and Mission
Support and uphold the mission, philosophy, and values of Holy Spirit School and Catholic education.
Foster a classroom environment rooted in respect, compassion, and Christian values.
Participate in school prayer services, liturgies, and faith-based activities as appropriate.

Instruction and Student Learning
Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with Diocese of Paterson curriculum standards and New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
Utilize effective instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Differentiate instruction to support students at varying levels of academic achievement.
Create a positive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.
Integrate technology and educational resources to enhance instruction.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
Assess student learning through formal and informal measures.
Use student performance data to guide instructional decisions and interventions.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievement.
Communicate student performance and concerns with parents and school administration as needed.

Collaboration and Professional Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, support staff, and administration to ensure student success.
Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and school events as required.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all school-related matters.
Support school-wide initiatives and programs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of content and instructional best practices in the assigned subject area.
Ability to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of individual learners.
Effective classroom management and organizational skills.
Proficiency in educational technology and digital learning tools.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Qualifications

Reading Teacher
Background in Elementary Education, Reading, Literacy, or a related field.
Experience providing reading intervention and literacy instruction preferred.

Mathematics Teacher
Background in Elementary Education, Mathematics, or a related field.
Experience teaching mathematics and utilizing data-driven instructional practices preferred.

Spanish Teacher
Background in Spanish, World Languages, Education, or a related field.
Fluency in Spanish and experience teaching elementary or middle school students preferred.
Education
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Education or a related field.
New Jersey State Teaching Certification preferred or eligibility for certification.
Practicing Catholics preferred.
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and assigned responsibilities.

To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, copies of certifications, and three professional references to:
Mr. Paul Hirsch
Academic Dean
Holy Spirit School
330 Newark Pompton Turnpike
Pequannock, NJ 07440

Email: PHirsch@hsspeq.org

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Holy Spirit School is committed to fostering academic excellence, faith formation, service, and leadership within a caring Catholic community.

About the Employer

Holy Spirit School accepts the challenge of
fulfilling our mission: to educate the child's
mind, strengthen their God-given
intellectual powers, satisfy their soul with
knowledge of their faith, strengthen their
body with organized physical activity and
provide the setting where children are
taught to interact with love and
consideration for each other. We hear the
words of Jesus enjoining us to "Love the
Lord your God with all your heart, with all
your soul, with all your strength and with all
your mind. Love your neighbor as you love
yourself." Luke 10:27