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.
Elementary Literacy and Math 2026•2027 School Year Elizabeth Avenue School
DESCRIPTION
Academic Intervention Support (AIS) Teacher, Elementary Literacy and Math
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum. In Class Resource, Resource. Language & Learning Disabilities (LLD)
Design and deliver explicit, research-based interventions in early literacy (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension) and foundational mathematics (number sense, early operations, and problem-solving) for tier 3 intervention groups.
Curriculum Integration:
Align intervention lessons with state learning standards and core classroom curricula to ensure continuity and reinforcement of classroom learning.
Differentiated Learning:
Adapt instructional methods, materials, and pace to meet the diverse learning styles, needs, and language profiles of young learners.
Regularly collect, analyze, and document quantitative and qualitative student data to assess progress toward targeted benchmarks.
Data-Driven Decisions:
Use diagnostic assessments and progress monitoring tools to adjust instruction, and goal setting dynamically.
Team Collaboration:
Active participation in Intervention & Referral Services (I&RS) team meetings to review student data, discuss placement, and refine intervention plans.
Collaboration & Communication Teacher Collaboration:
Partner with general education teachers. student goals, progress, and home strategies to support learning.
Family Engagement:
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student goals, progress, and home strategies to support learning. Other duties as assigned, and as outlined in the FTEA job description.
QUALIFICATIONS
Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: Elementary Certification Previous experience in Kindergarten•Second Grade Ability to maintain a positive learning environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills Compliance with the
NJ FIRST
Act Successful Criminal History Clearance
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual/Multilingual Master's degree in education or related field
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 10
•Month Contract. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.
COMPENSATION
In accordance with the provisions of the
BOE/FTEA
collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position in the 26/27 SY is Step 1 BA/BS ($68,023)•Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380). Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.
BENEFITS
For full time staff include: Medical, dental and prescription insurance Personal and sick days Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid holidays The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.
ANNUAL EVALUATION
Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT
External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary. The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
