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Hackensack Meridian Health
Belle Mead, New Jersey

Teacher of English - Full Time - Behavioral Health

Behavioral HealthFull-Time

Listed compensation

$66k

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Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 44m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Teacher of English assists with implementing the New Jersey Department of Education Core Curriculum Content Standards while providing a well-developed senior and junior high school level program in English for classified pupils. Incorporates the organization's Mission, Values, and Service Standard Behavior guidelines in the fulfillment of all duties and responsibilities.

*This position is for grades 9-12.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Teacher of English position at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Provide well-constructed English lessons that meet the requirements and the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards for English (Common Core).

Lessons should be presented that focus upon proficiency levels based on standards developed by the National Council of Teachers of English and the NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards in English.

Lessons should have clearly stated objectives, builds on previous learning and relates to future lessons that contain a summary of key points.

Prepare lesson plans that reflect a logical sequence of learning objectives and activities that reflect the National and New Jersey State curriculum standards in English.

Utilizes a variety of learning materials and activities and utilizes discussion and questioning techniques effectively.

Assesses and monitors students' progress frequently and by appropriate means, feedback, and modifying the lesson as needed.

Reports accurate and relevant information regarding student progress and achievement at conferences, IEP meetings, drafts PLAAFP's, on report cards, on progress reports and to administrative staff as needed.

Participates in school-based committees in developing programming and curriculum for the students.

Provides clearly articulated behavioral expectations to students and provides students with feedback and reinforcement regarding their behavior.

  • Applies the school-wide behavior rewards program and behavioral contracts as directed.
  • Enforces school rules consistently and contributes to the maintenance of a safe and orderly environment.
  • Maintains constructive relationships with other staff members.
  • Maintains positive and appropriate relationships with students.
  • Seeks assistance from appropriate personnel whenever student related or school related problems occur.

Implements student-related intervention plans and other plans related to the daily operation of the program as directed by an administrator.

  • Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
  • Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

  • Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Minimum three (3) years as a Teacher.
  • NJDOE Criminal History Review.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred

  • English Degree.
  • Special Education teaching experience with adolescents.

Licenses and Certifications Required

NJDOE Teacher of English or NJDOE Teacher of English Certificate of Eligibility.

NJDOE Teacher of Handicapped Certification OR NJDOE Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification OR the willingness to enroll in a NJDOE approved Teacher of Students with Disabilities college/university program prior to work start date. Proof of programs and certifications to be provided to the East Mountain School administration; teachers must adhere to certification timelines to obtain their standard credential(s).

  • If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
  • Starting Minimum Rate
  • Minimum rate of $66,436.72 Annually
  • Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. This job position is a 10-month benefit eligible position. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

English instructionLesson planningCommon core standardsStudent assessmentBehavioral managementIEP developmentClassroom managementCurriculum developmentIntervention planningData reporting

Behavioral Health Career Context

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$66k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $61k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Belle Mead

Median resident rent
$2,627/mo
Residents’ average commute
38 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Edison, New Jersey
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid leave
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement benefits