Special Education Teacher | Jersey City, New Jersey
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Job Description
Bring your passion and expertise to a rewarding contract opportunity working with middle and high school students as a Special Education Teacher in a supportive school environment near Jersey City, NJ. Enjoy the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adolescents aged 13 to 18, supporting a close-knit classroom of eight students. This role begins as soon as possible and runs through June, offering a stable, full-time schedule of 35 hours per week, Mondays through Fridays from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Key Qualifications:
- Valid NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) certification is required
- Experience with special education at the middle or high school level preferred
- Familiarity with the IEP process and related documentation systems
- Ability to collaborate effectively in an itinerant support role
- Commitment to following all credentialing, background checks, and fingerprinting requirements
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Primary Responsibilities:
- Create, implement, and adapt individualized educational plans (IEPs) to meet the unique needs of each student
- Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom culture for a caseload of eight students in grades 8-12+
- Track student progress, provide regular updates to parents and staff, and participate in IEP meetings and school board reviews as needed
- Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and school leadership to ensure student success
- Utilize technology and adaptive tools to enhance learning and engagement for all students
- Support transition planning and skill development for students preparing for post-secondary life
Experience a collaborative school community and the chance to grow both personally and professionally within a dedicated special education team. If you are ready to inspire growth and support success for exceptional learners, apply today and help shape brighter futures!
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.
Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
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