Special Education Teacher in East Orange, NJ

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Job Details

Location East Orange, NJ
Discipline Special Education Teacher
Date Posted October 15, 2026

Job Description

Exciting opportunities are available for Special Education Teachers to make a true impact in a dynamic, evolving educational setting for the 20262027 school year. Multiple full-time positions are open, spanning a variety of grade levels and specialized programs, including autism support (Levels 1-3), MCI, and learning disabilities. These roles offer you the chance to work in supportive, self-contained classrooms with paraprofessional and case management assistance.

What Youll Bring:

  • Valid New Jersey Special Education certification (TOH or TOSD endorsement plus primary certification)
  • Certification aligned to the grade level or subject you teach
  • Passion for empowering diverse learners and individualized instruction
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues, paraprofessionals, and specialists
  • Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development

Your Role and Responsibilities:

  • Deliver direct instruction in a self-contained classroom setting for your assigned program and grade level
  • Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs, using the districts Frontline system (training provided)
  • Partner with paraprofessional staff and behavior specialists to support students developmental and academic goals
  • Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that celebrates each students growth and abilities
  • Participate in professional learning and contribute to a collaborative school culture

What Makes This Opportunity Unique:

  • Supportive new district leadership and an improved management structure
  • Smaller class sizes and strong student-to-teacher ratiosautism classrooms as low as 2:1 and 3:1
  • Robust behavioral support with newly hired specialists
  • Established curriculum and classroom resources
  • Virtual interviews and prompt hiring decisions

If you are dedicated to special education and eager to make a difference in your students lives, dont wait. Interviews are ongoingtake the next step in your career with a community focused on supporting educators and learners. Apply today to learn more about finding your fit for the upcoming school year!

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.00 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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