Elementary Special Education Teacher

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction
• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect student needs and curriculum goals
• Establish a classroom culture that promotes learning, respect, and high expectations
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom activities
• Assess and track student performance; provide feedback and intervention as needed
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership
• Participate in professional development sessions and school-wide initiatives
• Support school events, field trips, and community-building activities
• Complete administrative responsibilities including attendance, grading, and lesson planning
• Adhere to all school, district, and network policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey CE, CEAS, or Standard teaching certification, Special Education endorsement
• Must pass a criminal history background check
• Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant field

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $60,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience
• Additional bonuses can include Retention incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• NJ State Pension Plan
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Professional development support, including access to a lesson plan repository
• Teacher referral program
• Extended time off for the Thanksgiving and winter breaks

Performance Evaluation

• Staff are evaluated under the Achieve NJ Teacher Evaluation system, which includes:
• Teacher Practice
• Student Achievement
• Student Growth Percentiles (when applicable)
• Supervision [For classroom-based roles]: Supervision of students, paraprofessionals, and volunteers