High School Special Education Teacher

Position: 26-27 High School Special Education Teacher

High School Special Education Teacher (Grades 26-27)

Join KIPP New Jersey as a High School Special Education Teacher. Below is the role overview, responsibilities, qualifications, eligibility requirements, compensation, benefits, and equal‑opportunity statement.

Base Pay Range

$65,000.00 / yr – $ / yr

Company Description

KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open‑enrollment, college‑preparatory public schools. Established in 2002, we serve more than 7,035 students in grades K‑12 across 18 schools in Newark, Camden, and Paterson. Over 90% of our students qualify for free or reduced meals.(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Job Description

We are seeking awe‑inspiring teachers to guide our students as they climb the mountain to college and beyond. Our teachers are dynamic leaders both in and outside the classroom. They love students, working with families and the community they serve.

Responsibilities

• Create, internalize, modify and prepare lesson plans in accordance with academic curriculum, working closely with the grade level team.
• Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills.
• Work closely with students, families and colleagues to create an environment supportive of student progress.
• Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom management techniques.
• Help with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the school.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure all students meet the learning objectives.
• Update student performance trackers and use data to help guide lesson plans.
• Participate in school, departmental, and parent meetings.
• Participate in school events and activities.

Qualifications Skills and Mindsets

• A belief in every student’s limitless potential.
• A track record of success in the classroom.
• Subject matter expertise.
• A demonstrated interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.
• A collaborative attitude toward teaching and learning.
• A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high‑performing charter network/charter management organization.
• A belief that all students deserve a world‑class education that can be achieved through education reform.

Eligibility

All special education teaching candidates must be eligible for a traditional NJ teaching certification. Criteria:

• Hold a valid traditional teaching certification in NJ.
• Or meet the GPA and content credit requirements below.

GPA Requirement

• Graduated after September 2016:
• Bachelor’s or master’s GPA ≥ 3.0.
• Or GPA 2.75‑3.0 with super‑scores on all required Praxis exams.
• Graduated before September 2016:
• Bachelor’s or master’s GPA ≥ 2.75.

Content Credit Requirement

Have the appropriate content credits for your teaching assignment:

• K‑6: 60 Liberal Arts Credits
• 7th‑8th Grade: 60 Liberal Arts Credits –and–
• ELA: 15 Credits
• Math: 15 Credits
• Science: 15 Credits
• High School ELA: 30 English Credits
• High School Math: 30 Math Credits
• High School Science:
• Biology: 30 Credits
• Chemistry: 30 Credits
• Physics: 30 Credits
• High School Social Studies: 30 Credits

Compensation & Benefits

KIPP NJ offers competitive salaries and benefits for newly hired lead teachers. Salary range: $65,000–$103,000 + performance‑based pay up to $7,000 annually. Additional benefits include:

• Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity (with certification)
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
• School‑issued laptop
• Transportation benefits for commuting students
• Generous time‑off: 3.5‑4 school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, extended summer break
• Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregivers
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Optional ancillary benefits: short‑term and long‑term disability, accident and hospital indemnity

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

Our organization is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities unless the accommodation imposes undue hardship.

No questions on this application are asked for any unlawful purpose.

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