2665-Teacher of Students with Disabilities K-6

First Children Services; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Vacation/sick pay

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee referral bonus plan

Job summary

First Children Services in North Bergen, NJ is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Students with Disabilities to join our full-time team. The role focuses on students with disabilities from PreK through high school in a private special education setting, with a 7:15-2:15 schedule and a Fall 2026 start.

Responsibilities include implementing IEPs, coordinating therapy and academic plans, and collaborating with staff and families to support student success. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• New Jersey Standard Certificate as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) or Teacher of the Handicapped (TOH).
• Appropriate NJ instructional certification for K-6 Elementary Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement the IEP and instructional program for individual students.
• Plan and manage the school's therapeutic approach to discipline.
• Coordinate and schedule activities with other staff.
• Maintain and inventory classroom supplies and materials.
• Keep required records and write reports for parents and professionals.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and in-service activities.
• Contribute to overall program planning and other assignments as requested.

Skills

IEP planning

Instructional planning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

NJ Standard Certificate TOSD/TOH

Elementary Education K-6 certification

Job description

2665-Teacher of Students with Disabilities K-6

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Full Time Professional North Bergen, NJ, US

Salary Range: $61,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Teacher of Students with Disabilities - K-6
Full-Time | Exempt, (M-F, 7:15-2:15pm/Fall 2026)

Compensation Range: $61,000-$80,000/annually

Do you have a passion for working with children and helping them succeed?

North Hudson Academy is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Students with Disabilities to join our team full-time, working with children with special needs (ages 3 through 21) in a New Jersey Department of Education approved private special education school, serving students from PreK through high school. We specialize in programs for students with behavioral/emotional issues, pre-school handicapped and learners on the Autism Spectrum.

No two days are the same, and every day offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a student's life!

Job Responsibilities:

• Planning and carrying out the IEP and instructional program for individual students
• Planning and managing the school's therapeutic approach to individual and group discipline
• Coordinating and scheduling activities with other staff
• Maintaining and inventorying classroom supplies and instructional materials
• Keeping records as required
• Writing reports, meeting with parents and professionals, and sharing professional information for the individual student as required
• Participating in school meetings, conferences, and in-service activities
• Contributing to overall program planning
• Other periodic assignments as requested by the School Administration
• Participate in school meetings, conferences, and in-service activities

Team:

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

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• New Jersey Standard Certificate as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) or Teacher of the Handicapped (TOH); and/or
• Appropriate New Jersey instructional certification for the assignment:
  • Elementary Education (K-6)
• Must meet all licensure, endorsement, and assignment requirements established by the New Jersey Department of Education

• 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.

EEO:

We are 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.

We are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please indicate.