4th Grade In-Class Resource Teacher Job Ridgefield Park area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Curriculum Resource Teacher

Date Posted:

8/11/2026

Location:

Grant Elementary School

Date Available:

09/01/2026

Closing Date:

08/20/2026

The Ridgefield Park School District is located in southeastern Bergen County. The district consists of four schools, grades Pre-K through 12, and provides high quality instruction to over 2,000 students. The district prides itself on the diversity of its student body and is committed to fostering a culturally responsive staff. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

TITLE:

4th Grade In-Class Resource
-Elementary Upper Grades

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate and appropriate Special Education Endorsement or eligibility (K-6 and TOSD or Teacher of the Handicap)

Minimum experience as determined by the board

Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and ability to maintain a positive learning environment

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment

REPORTS TO:

Principal, Coordinator of Student Personnel Services

SUPERVISES:

Pupils, and when assigned, student teachers and teacher assistants

JOB GOAL:

To provide an approved special education program and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth; to help pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education; and to maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Salary Range

Full time tenure-track

$71,500 - $115,425

Benefits

Health insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Training
Pension benefits

Attachment(s):

Special Education Teacher Job Description

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