Job detail
State Mandated Teacher - Garfield, New Jersey
Greater Bergen Community Action
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/21/2026
Location
Garfield, New Jersey
Salary
$60,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The teacher is responsible for designing and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences while ensuring the safety and cleanliness of children in the classroom. They must also maintain mandated documentation, conduct assessments, and collaborate with parents and the multidisciplinary team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field along with a standard p-3 certification. The role requires the ability to work effectively with children aged 3-5 and a commitment to the head start philosophy.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateDocumentationMultidisciplinary team collaborationLesson planningClassroom managementEarly childhood educationCurriculum implementationParent-teacher communicationChild development assessmentSafety supervisionDevelopmentally appropriate practice
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- Tax savings plans
- Agency paid life insurance
- Retirement account participation