Special Education Teacher - In Class Resource Job Maplewood area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Special Education Teacher – In Class Resource

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching / Special Education Teacher

Date Posted: 7/9/2026

Location:

Marshall Elementary School

Date Available:

08/31/2026

Available September 2026

The Position

The candidate should have experience working in a special education classroom or resource room setting, with behavior modification experience. The candidate should desire to work cooperatively with academic teachers within a team concept.

Qualifications

New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities and secondary School Teacher 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 Range

Bachelor's Degree: $70,000 - $100,315
Master's Degree: $77,450 - $109,865
Master's + 30 Credits: $81,565 - $115,450
Doctorate: $84,565 - $118,450

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

Reports to:

Principal.

Job Goal:
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:
Maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators and appropriate community groups.

Terms of Employment: 10 months. Salary as per SOMEA Agreement.

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