Special Education Teacher; Grades 4-8
Job in
Fair Lawn, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07410, USA
Listing for:
iLearn Schools
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-10-31
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Elementary School
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Special Education Teacher (Grades 4-8)
- Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher - Date Posted:
2/27/2025 - Location:
iLearn Schools - Date Available:
08/11/2025
Position Title:
Special Education Teacher
Summary: The role of the Special Education teacher is to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills, and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum. Special Education teachers will document student progress, activities and outcomes, address student’s specific needs, and provide a safe and optimal learning environment. This is a resource room position, in which the special education teacher will pull students to a separate classroom to provide small group instruction, aligned to the classroom’s instruction.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.New Jersey State Certification Preschool through Grade 3 or Elementary School Teacher in Grades K - 6 and a co-certificate New Jersey State Certification Students with Disabilities.Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.Understand the requirement to maintain confidentiality concerning charter school-related matters.Prior to employment, the following must be addressed:Required to complete a criminal history background check to prove that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person’s offense in accordance with N.J.S.A 18A:6-7.1.Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6.2.Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6.3.A valid driver’s license is preferred.Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the CEO finds appropriate and acceptable.Requirements/
Environmental Conditions:
The physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requires prolonged sitting or standing.Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials.Requires the ability to work in noisy and crowded environments.Occasionally requires stooping, bending, or reaching.Requires some traveling.Performance Responsibilities:
The Special Education Teacher shall:Pursue the vision and execute the mission of iLearn Schools Inc.Support and promote board and administrative initiatives and decisions.Possess an understanding of the charter school renewal process and assist with the process as needed.Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel and outside agencies associated with the charter school.Maintain professional competence and continuous improvement through professional growth.Adhere to federal statutes and regulations, New Jersey school law, New Jersey Department of Education rules and regulations, iLearn Schools Inc. policies, procedures and contractual obligations.Take immediate action and notify appropriate personnel concerning any evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids.Follow school affirmative action procedures.Maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of the charter school rules and regulations.Protect confidentiality of records and information about staff or students and use discretion when sharing such information within legal confines.Maintain proper phone etiquette and practice discretion when communicating with parents or the community.Issue electronic/paper communications that are written with appropriate language, phrases and punctuation. Use of slang or text language is not acceptable.Assist in the collection of data for local, county, state or federal reports.Possess an understanding of the school emergency response plan.Attend school sponsored events as requested/contracted.Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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