Special Education Teacher​/ERI

Special Education Teacher – ERI

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted: 5/8/2026

Location: South Orange Middle School

Date Available: 09/01/2026

FTE: 1.0

AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 2026

Seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and highly skilled Special Education Teacher to work with middle school students with Emotional Regulation Impairment. The ideal candidate will provide specialized, data-driven instruction to students with significant emotional regulation and behavioral needs, helping them access the general education curriculum in a supportive environment.

• New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities certificate and vital middle school certification.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based instructional strategies for students with emotional regulation impairments.
• Teaching experience with special needs students preferred.
• Proven experience working with children with behavioral and emotional needs (preferred).
• Strong behavior management skills and ability to maintain a positive classroom climate.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

Starting Salary Range:

• Bachelor's Degree: $70,000 - $100,315
• Master's Degree: $77,450 - $109,865
• Master's + 30 Credits: $81,565 - $115,450
• Doctorate: $84,565 - $118,450

• 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.

Position Title: Teacher

Minimum Qualifications:

• New Jersey Instructional Certificate or eligibility.
• Teaching experience preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated knowledge in subject area.
• Familiarity with use of technology as an instructional tool.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Required criminal history background check.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

Reports To: Principal

Job Goal(s): 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.
• Uses technology for communication purposes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Relationships of the Position: To maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators, and appropriate community groups.

Terms of Employment: 10 Months. Salary as per SOMEA Agreement.