• Job Description

  Req#: 363

  Teacher Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship

  MISSION:

  The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.

  WHO YOU ARE:

  We are seeking a passionate and experienced Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship Teacher to inspire the next generation of business leaders and innovators. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business, practical experience as an entrepreneur, and a deep understanding of innovation in the modern business landscape.

  Do you have what it takes?

  • Education and Experience:

  • • Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, or a related field

  • • A New Jersey Department of Education Certificate of Eligibility (CE) in Business: Comprehensive Business

  THE ROLE:

  • Develop a curriculum that introduces students to the principles of business innovation and entrepreneurship, including the basics of starting and running a business, identifying opportunities, and understanding market dynamics.

  • Create engaging lesson plans that incorporate real-world examples and case studies to illustrate key concepts in business to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving

  • Mentor and guide scholars in developing business ideas, creating business plans, and understanding the fundamental aspects of managing a business

  • Organize and oversee entrepreneurial projects and competitions to provide hands-on experience and a platform for students to showcase their ideas.

  • Foster a supportive and collaborative learning environment where students can explore their creativity, take risks, and develop an entrepreneurial mindset

  • Stay abreast of the latest developments in the business world and integrate relevant trends and technologies into the curriculum

  • Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.

  • Instruct pupils in proper care and use of textbooks, equipment, and materials.

  • Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive environment.

  • Develops and participates in the sponsorship of student activities and faculty committees.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

  
  

  • Salary range: BA $64,570 - $92,200 / MA $65,820 - $93,450

  • Term of Employment: 10.5 Months

  • Union: MPTEA

  Are You Ready To Join The Village?

  Here’s what you can expect-

  • The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity
  • Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies
  • Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones
  • Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan
  • Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development
  • Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded.

  Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received not every applicant will be contacted. If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process.

  Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• About the company

  Marion P. Thomas Charter School (MPTCS) is dedicated to serving Newark families. As one of Newark's top innovative academic insitutions, MPTCS continues to differentiate itself by implementing programs such as: single gender classrooms; multi-age, hon...

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