Self-Contained Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained)

Holds, or is eligible for, a New Jersey Instructional Certificate, with the appropriate teaching endorsement.

Reports to:

Building principal or other appropriately certificated superior as designated by the Superintendent.

Job Goal:
To instruct assigned students in designated subject matter area(s) in accordance with the course of study, curriculum or guides approved by the Board of Education.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Remains abreast of current developments and interpretations of subject matter in assigned area(s).
• Remains abreast of current developments and interpretations in teaching methodology.
• Motivates students to master designated subject matter.
• Plans lessons that meet the needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Endeavors to create 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 materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists, as required.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
• Assists in curriculum development and in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Instructs, advises, coaches, supervises, and/or directs extracurricular activities.
• Supervises behavior in the hallways, lunchroom, and on school grounds for the safety and well-being of students, personnel and visitors.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Performs other duties which may be within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned by his/her superior(s) under the authority of the Board of Education.

Application Procedure:
Apply online Salary as per negotiated agreement