Special Education Teacher - English

English Special Education Teacher

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016 NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013 - 2018 US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024 National Charter School, 2020 College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024 College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024 Great Schools College Success Award, % graduation rate, % acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011.

The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to each student's strengths and needs.
• Modify English curriculum materials and assessments to meet students' individualized goals.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and assistive technologies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly; maintain accurate and timely records.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, case managers, counselors, and families to support student success.
• Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and growth.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal special education laws and regulations.
• Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instruction and assessment.
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality.
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities.

Additional responsibilities:

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.
• Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student's educational programs.
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication.
• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction.
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies
• Classroom management skills
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
• Excellent organizational skills

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in related field
• Valid NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification with Special Education/and or English endorsement
• NJ Criminal History
• Work authorization in the U.S.
• Tuberculosis Test

Experience is a plus.

Opportunities:

• A tenure track position
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost
• NJ state teachers' pension plan (TPAF) enrollment
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for extra stipends

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work location:

In person

Job types:
Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary starting: $64,000.00 per year