Department Chairperson - New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education, New York, NY, United States
Department Chairperson - New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE) JobID: 2503
Position Type: Instructional - Administration/ D/C Humanities
Date Posted: 12/12/2025
Location: New Media High School - 044
DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON
(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent’s approval)
The District Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Department Chairperson .
Overview: Bring your content expertise to an environment that encourages creative pedagogical practices. As a Department Chair, you can expect to infuse cutting edge intellectual practices into the curriculum and equip our teachers and students to grapple with the latest concepts and practices in your content area.
The Newark Board of Education has an incredible opportunity to transform the school system into one that ensures all of its students graduate to succeed in the college or career of their choice.
We Need Leaders Who:
Believe all students can achieve at high levels
Grow diverse teams
Are reflective and actively seek opportunities to grow
Innovate the previously unthinkable
Effectively communicate with others
Treat all people with respect and dignity
Know their content and get things done
Qualifications and Requirements
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
New Jersey Department of Education Certificate in Supervisor (0106).
Minimum of three (3) years successful experience in teaching the related content area or related experience.
Basic Functions and Responsibilities
Facilitate the growth and development of teachers working collaboratively with peers.
Assist teachers in alignment, articulation, integration, and implementation of curriculum through and across grade levels.
Teach demonstration lessons in classrooms and serve as a peer coach and mentor for staff in reciprocal relationships.
Provide teachers opportunities to develop effective instructional techniques, strategies, and professional behaviors.
Have knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for curriculum, assessment and instruction.
Attend and participate in ongoing professional development activities.
Enhance teachers’ knowledge of content and management skills.
Analyze and communicate student assessment data, and make program recommendations based on available data.
Provide reports on the progress of program initiatives.
Perform other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by the Principal.
Monitor implementation of the school district’s approved content program in accordance with the needs of students.
Assist classroom teachers and teacher aides in the creative use of new technological equipment and supplementary materials.
Reports to: PRINCIPAL
Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation
Salary Range: $92,000 - $128,000 (Pending salary negotiations)
Employment Period: Eleven (11) Months
Union Affiliation: CASA
How to Apply
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
The NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Postings current as of 2/19/2026 10:37:13 PM CST.
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Position Type: Instructional - Administration/ D/C Humanities
Date Posted: 12/12/2025
Location: New Media High School - 044
DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON
(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent’s approval)
The District Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Department Chairperson .
Overview: Bring your content expertise to an environment that encourages creative pedagogical practices. As a Department Chair, you can expect to infuse cutting edge intellectual practices into the curriculum and equip our teachers and students to grapple with the latest concepts and practices in your content area.
The Newark Board of Education has an incredible opportunity to transform the school system into one that ensures all of its students graduate to succeed in the college or career of their choice.
We Need Leaders Who:
Believe all students can achieve at high levels
Grow diverse teams
Are reflective and actively seek opportunities to grow
Innovate the previously unthinkable
Effectively communicate with others
Treat all people with respect and dignity
Know their content and get things done
Qualifications and Requirements
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
New Jersey Department of Education Certificate in Supervisor (0106).
Minimum of three (3) years successful experience in teaching the related content area or related experience.
Basic Functions and Responsibilities
Facilitate the growth and development of teachers working collaboratively with peers.
Assist teachers in alignment, articulation, integration, and implementation of curriculum through and across grade levels.
Teach demonstration lessons in classrooms and serve as a peer coach and mentor for staff in reciprocal relationships.
Provide teachers opportunities to develop effective instructional techniques, strategies, and professional behaviors.
Have knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for curriculum, assessment and instruction.
Attend and participate in ongoing professional development activities.
Enhance teachers’ knowledge of content and management skills.
Analyze and communicate student assessment data, and make program recommendations based on available data.
Provide reports on the progress of program initiatives.
Perform other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by the Principal.
Monitor implementation of the school district’s approved content program in accordance with the needs of students.
Assist classroom teachers and teacher aides in the creative use of new technological equipment and supplementary materials.
Reports to: PRINCIPAL
Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation
Salary Range: $92,000 - $128,000 (Pending salary negotiations)
Employment Period: Eleven (11) Months
Union Affiliation: CASA
How to Apply
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
The NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Postings current as of 2/19/2026 10:37:13 PM CST.
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