25-26 Middle School Special Education Teacher: Newark

KIPP New Jersey

Newark (NJ)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 103,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Participation in NJ State Pension

Performance-based pay up to $7,000

Generous time-off policies

School-issued laptop

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Newark is seeking a dynamic Special Education Teacher to inspire and support students. This role involves classroom management, data-driven instruction, and collaboration with families and colleagues. Candidates must have a NJ teaching certification and a collaborative approach to education. Competitive salary range of $65,000-$103,000+ plus performance bonuses.

Qualifications

A belief in every student’s limitless potential.
A track record of success in the classroom.
A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

Create lesson plans that align with academic curricula.
Use data to monitor and improve student progress.
Participate in school events and meetings.

Skills

Classroom management

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Education

Valid NJ teaching certification

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

25-26 Middle School Special Education Teacher: Newark

Our school is seeking an awe-inspiring teacher to guide our students as they climb the mountain to college and beyond. Our teachers are dynamic leaders both in and outside of their classroom. They love students, working with families and the community they serve.

About KIPP New Jersey

KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate students in grades K-12 across 17 schools in Newark and Camden. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals.

Job Description

Here is what you need to know:

Joining our schools as a teacher comes with the opportunity for significant growth and development, but with great power comes great responsibility. Your role as a teacher will include a number of responsibilities which will include but are not limited to:

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 that is 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 your lesson plans.
Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings.
Participate in school events, activities

Qualifications

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 towards 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 which can be achieved through education reform

Certification Requirements

In order to be eligible for hire, all special education teaching candidates must be eligible for a traditional NJ teaching certification - meaning they meet the following criteria (details below):

Hold a valid traditional teaching certification in NJ –or–
Meet GPA Requirement & Content Credit Requirement

GPA and Content Credit Requirements

GPA Requirement

If you graduated after September 2016:

Have a bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 3.0 –or–
Have a bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is between 2.75 and 3.0 AND demonstrate that you have passed all required Praxis exams with a +10% passing score (super scores)

If you graduated before September 2016:

Have a bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 2.75

Content Credit Requirement:

Have the appropriate content credits on your transcript for your teaching assignment:

K-6: 60 Liberal Arts Credits
7th and 8th Grade: 60 Liberal Arts Credits –and–

ELA: 15 ELA Credits
Math: 15 Math Credits
Science: 15 Science Credits
Social Studies: 15 Social Studies Credits

High School ELA: 30 English Credits
High School Math: 30 Math Credits
High School Science:

Biology: 30 Biology Credits
Chemistry: 30 Chemistry Credits
Physics: 30 Physics Credits

High School Social Studies: 30 Social Studies Credits

Additional Information

KIPP NJ offers competitive salaries to newly hired lead teachers. Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with certification requirements. KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary range of $65,000-$103,000+ for teacher positions with additional opportunities for earning up to $7,000 annually in performance-based pay.

In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:

Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
Participation in the New Jersey State Pension Plan
Optional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan, including matching contributions
Transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into Newark from the New York City area
Generous Time-Off including 3.5-4 school vacation weeks (depending on the year), allocated sick and personal days, and an extended summer break
Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregivers
Extensive optional ancillary benefits including, but not limited to, short term and long term disability and accident and hospital indemnity
A school-issued laptop

Equal Opportunity

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, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the organization. No questions on this application are asked for any unlawful purpose.

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