Leave Replacement SPEDTeacher/Inclusion Job Maplewood area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Leave Replacement SPED Teacher/Inclusion – Middle School Teaching / Special Education Teacher

Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher
Date Posted: 5/12/2026
Location:

Maplewood Middle School
Date Available:

08/31/2026

Job Overview

Candidate should have middle school experience working in a special education classroom, or with in-class resource support and behavior modification experience. Candidate should desire to work cooperatively with academic teachers within a team concept.

Qualifications

NJ Teacher of the Handicapped OR Teacher of Students with Disabilities and the appropriate teaching endorsement certification required.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
Teaching experience with special needs students preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

Salary

Bachelor's Degree: $70,

Key Highlights

Clear progression based on experience and educational attainment
Substantial salary increases for advanced degrees
Top-tier salaries reaching six figures for experienced educators

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance
Participation in the NJ state pension system
Paid sick and personal days
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Life insurance

Job Description

Position Title:

Teacher

Minimum Qualifications:

New Jersey Instructional Certificate or eligibility.
Teaching experience preferred, but not required.
Demonstrated knowledge in subject area.
Familiarity with use of technology as instructional tool.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Required criminal history background check.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

Reports to:

Principal

Job Goals

To provide instructional leadership in the classroom in accordance with the course of study approved by the Board of Education approved curriculum.

Primary Responsibilities

Implements instruction to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.

Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.

Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.

Employs instructional methods and available materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives.

Assesses the performance of students on a continuing basis and provides progress reports as required.

Identifies students who require additional support services.

Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents.

Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.

Engages in professional development activities, which enhances instructional practices.

Participates in appropriate building and district meetings.

Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Uses technology for communication purposes.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Relationships of the Position

To maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators and appropriate community groups.

Terms of Employment

10 months. Salary as per SOMEA Agreement.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Leave Replacement SPEDTeacher​/Inclusion

Leave Replacement SPEDTeacher/Inclusion