Anticipated Preschool Disabilities Teacher (3)

Hackensack Public Schools; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tenure-Track

Sick, Personal & Vacation Time

Pension & Health Benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Public Schools is seeking an anticipated Preschool Teacher of Students with Disabilities for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is 10-month, full-time and tenure-track, located at Jackson Avenue School (2) and ECDC (1).

Sick, personal and vacation time, plus pension and health benefits, are included. The ideal candidate will hold NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities and NJ Preschool-3 certification, have experience with young children, and demonstrate knowledge of child

Qualifications

• Must have NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities and valid NJ Preschool through Grade 3 certification.
• Experience in teaching and working with children.
• Demonstrate knowledge of child growth, instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English, both oral and written.
• Provide evidence of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status and required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Foster a nurturing academic environment in the classroom.
• Implement lesson plans aligned with NJPTLS and Creative Curriculum.
• Develop differentiated instruction that aligns with IEP goals.
• Document and analyze student performance data for progress monitoring.
• Implement behavior modifications for whole class and individual plans.
• Collaborate with administrators, CST and related service providers.
• Utilize technology effectively in daily lessons.
• Assist students with toileting and hygiene practices.
• Support staff to provide optimal student learning opportunities.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Integrity & character

Initiative

Understanding of child development

Differentiated instruction

English language proficiency

Education

NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification

NJ Preschool-3 Certification

Tools

Word processing

Data management

Presentation software

Job description

Position

2026-2027 Anticipated Preschool Teachers of Students with Disabilities (3) - Tenure Track

Location

Jackson Avenue School (2), ECDC (1)

Terms of Employment / Fringe Benefits

10-Month, Full-Time, Tenure-Track. Sick, Personal & Vacation Time. Pension & Health Benefits.

Salary

Per the HEA/HBOE Agreement.

Qualifications

• Must have appropriate NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities and valid NJ Preschool through Grade 3 certification.
• Have experience in teaching and working with children.
• Have integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the content field when holding a content specific teaching responsibility on the elementary level.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.
• Demonstrate aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status and required criminal background check.
• Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.

Responsibilities

• Foster a nurturing and trusting academic environment in the classroom.
• Implement lesson plans that align with NJPTLS and Creative Curriculum in the delivery of daily academic instruction.
• Develop and implement differentiated instruction that correspond to IEP goals and objectives.
• Document and analyze student performance data for progress monitoring purposes.
• Implement behavior modifications for both the whole class and individualized plans.
• Apply the district and schools' mission and vision.
• Utilize technology effectively in daily lessons.
• Assist students with toileting and hygiene practices.
• Collaborate with administrators, CST members, related service providers, and other support staff to provide optimal student learning opportunities.

Application Process

Interested applicants must apply via Frontline/Applitrack. Application Deadline: Open until filled.