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Special Education Teacher
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$73,432 / year median in New Jersey
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Valid New Jersey Teacher Certification:
- Elementary School Teacher (K-6 or K-8) with a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD); or
- Teacher of the Handicapped (TOH) certification
- Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral needs is preferred
- Strong classroom management, communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Any multi-sensory reading instruction is a plus Benefits
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Employer Match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement Schedule
- Full-Time
- Monday through Friday
- Eleven½-Month Position (includes a 6-week ESY program)
- In-Person
- September 2026
Start Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceExperience:
Special education: 2 years (Preferred)License/Certification:
NJ Teaching Certificates and Special Education Certificate (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans