Leave Replacement SPED Teacher​/Inclusion; SM

Leave Replacement Sped Teacher/Inclusion

1.0 Fte - South Mountain Elementary School Available 8/31/26 Through 11/20/26 The Position

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

• 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.

Starting Salary Range:

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

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

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

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

• 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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

10 Months Salary as per SOMEA Agreement