2638-Teacher of The Deaf

North Hudson Academy; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

First Children Services in Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Teacher of the Deaf to plan and deliver specialized instruction for students with disabilities across settings, supported by aides and accommodations.

The role requires a BA in Special Education or Early Childhood Education and NJ Teacher of the Deaf Certification, plus at least two years of teaching experience. The position is full-time and exempt with benefits.

Qualifications

• BA degree or higher in Special Education or Early Childhood Education.
• NJ Teacher of the Deaf Certification is required.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience with children.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans reflecting IEP goals and student needs.
• Establish and maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Train classroom assistants for one-to-one instruction.
• Utilize appropriate curricula, materials, and behavioral techniques.
• Attend annual reviews and contribute goals to the IEP.
• Attend trainings, supervision, and staff meetings as directed by principal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education

NJ Teacher of the Deaf Certification

Job description

Full Time Professional Plainfield, NJ, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2638

Salary Range: $69,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Teacher of the Deaf

Full Time, Exempt

Compensation Range: $69,000-$80,000/annually

Reports to: School Principal

Position Summary:

The Teacher of the Deaf is responsible for planning and providing appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in various educational settings. This role involves creating a flexible program and learning environment that offers specialized instruction, enabling students with special needs to benefit from the general education curriculum with the support of supplemental aides, accommodations, and other necessary resources.

First Children School in Plainfield, NJ is a New Jersey Department of Education approved private special education school, serving students in grades PreK through high school. We specialize in educating students with multiple disabilities including those who are medically fragile, developmentally, intellectually, or physically disabled, deaf or hard of hearing, and/or visually impaired.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop lesson plans that clearly reflect the individual needs, goals, and objectives of the IEP.
• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Provide classroom assistants with training to enable them to provide one-to-one instruction.
• Utilize appropriate curricula, materials, and behavioral techniques.
• Attend all annual reviews and contribute appropriate goals and objectives to the IEP.
• Attend training, supervision sessions, and staff meetings as directed by the principal, in accordance with company policy, and pursuant to applicable regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Team

This role will be part of theinstructional team, reporting to the school principal.

Basic Qualifications:

• BA degree or higher in Special Education or Early Childhood Education
• NJ Teacher of the Deaf Certification
• Minimum of two years teaching experience with children
• Must be able to read, write and understand English

Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation/sick pay, life insurance, short & long-term disability, access to EAP and discount plans, 401(k) retirement plan, and employee referral bonus plan.

Who we are:

First Children Services is comprised of a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing the very best services day in and day out. We integrate a variety of effective techniques along with family involvement to achieve optimum results. At First Children Services, children and their families with the most extraordinary challenges are met with compassion, dedication and determination.

EEO: First Children Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Our agency prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.