2674- Social Studies Special Education Teacher (Grades 9-12)

First Children Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 61,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Vacation/sick pay

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

First Children Services seeks a dedicated High School Social Studies Special Education Teacher for North Hudson Academy in North Bergen, NJ. The role focuses on delivering standards-based instruction to students with disabilities (ages 3–21) in a private DOE-approved setting.

The teacher will implement IEP goals, manage behavior, and collaborate with staff while supporting students' academic and emotional needs in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or related field.
• Special Education certification or Teacher of the Handicapped certification preferred.
• Praxis testing successfully completed.
• Experience working with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-based social studies instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Implement and monitor individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Manage classroom behavior in a structured setting.
• Coordinate with staff on therapeutic approaches and instructional activities.
• Maintain classroom supplies and inventory; keep required records.
• Prepare and share progress reports with parents and professionals.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and in-service trainings.

Skills

Reading & Writing English

Classroom management

IEP collaboration

Special Education support

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Education, Special Education, Social Studies, History, or related field

Special Education certification or Teacher of the Handicapped certification

Job description

NHA Principal Full Time Professional North Bergen, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2674

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

Special Education Social Studies Teacher | North Hudson Academy

Full-Time | Exempt, M-F, 7:15-2:15pm

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

North Hudson Academy is seeking a dedicated Social Studies Teacher 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!

Position Summary:

The High School Social Studies Special Education Teacher is responsible for delivering standards-based social studies instruction, implementing IEP goals, managing classroom behavior, and supporting students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs in a structured educational setting.

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.
• Keep records as required.
• Writing reports, meeting with parents and professionals, and sharing professional information for individual students as required.
• 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 in Education, Special Education, Social Studies, History, or a related field.

Special Education certification, Teacher of the Handicapped certification, or experience teaching students with disabilities is strongly preferred.

• Successful completion of Praxis testing.
• Experience with children with disabilities
• 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.

First Children Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.