What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Instructional Coach – 2026–2027 School Year position at Jefferson Township Public Schools?
- Must have Preschool Professional Development Fellow Status
- Minimum 3-5 years experience teaching general education preschool
- Have experience facilitating workshops and training sessions for preschool teachers
- Have experience in design and implementation of developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum
- Have experience with developmentally appropriate early childhood assessments
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of early childhood education, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning, and students needing to learn, early childhood education
- Have the ability to implement developmentally appropriate curricula and structured teaching practices for the preschool teacher
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
JobID: 2111
Position Type:
Elementary/Early Childhood
Elementary/Early Childhood
Date Posted:
5/20/2026
5/20/2026
Location:
Ellen T. Briggs & White Rock Elementary Schools
Ellen T. Briggs & White Rock Elementary Schools
Date Available:
09/01/2026
09/01/2026
Closing Date:
05/30/2026
05/30/2026
Jefferson Township Public Schools
Preschool Instructional Coach – 2026–2027 School Year
TENURE TRACK POSITION
Requirements:
NJ Preschool through Grade 3 Standard Certificate
Additional Qualifications:
Job Goals:
To provide in-classroom support to preschool teachers ensuring a developmentally appropriate classroom environment and instruction.
Salary Range:
$60,260 to $108,364
Benefits:
Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, and Dental benefits. Sick, Personal, and Family Illness days are included.
RESIDENCY LAW: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (P.L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," effective September 1, 2011, all newly hired public employees, including public school district employees must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under the law. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one year after the date of hire to relocate your residence to New Jersey. If you do not do so, you are subject to removal from your position in NEW JERSEY.
Salary : $60,260 - $108,364