Anticipated, Special Education Elementary Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - FPS

Franklin Township Public Schools; Franklin Park (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and prescription保险

Personal and sick days

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Franklin Township School District in Franklin Park, New Jersey, seeks an Anticipated Special Education Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Franklin Park School. The teacher provides daily instruction aligned to the Board of Education curriculum and operates in a self-contained classroom for Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies.

Requirements include NJ K-6 Elementary Certificate with Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped, experience with diverse

Qualifications

• NJ certification required: K-6 Elementary Certificate and Teacher of Students with Disabilities OR Teacher of the Handicapped
• Experience with students who have learning differences and emotional/behavioral challenges
• Self-contained classroom experience for Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction per Board approved curriculum
• Teach Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies in a self-contained classroom
• Maintain a positive learning environment and manage behavior
• Collaborate with staff and support services as needed
• Utilize technology tools (Google Suite, IEP software, Genesis) to support students

Skills

Strong teaching skills

Interpersonal communication

Positive learning environment

Self-contained classroom management

Education

NJ Certification: K-6 Elementary + Teacher of Students with Disabilities OR Teacher of the Handicapped

Tools

Google Suite

IEP software

Genesis Employee Portal

Student Information System

Job description

Anticipated, Special Education Elementary Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - FPS

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Job Description

Anticipated, Special Education Elementary Teacher

2026 - 2027 School Year

Franklin Park School

DESCRIPTION

Special Education Elementary Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: K-6 Elementary Certificate and Teacher of Students with Disabilities OR Teacher of the Handicapped
• Must have experience with students who have some learning differences and demonstrate emotional, and behavioral challenges.
• Seeking the right qualified individual who has strong teaching skills, enthusiasm, and dedication to teach in a self-contained classroom for Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 - Month Contract. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position in the 26/27 SY is Step 1 BA/BS ($68,023) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380). Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of

Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job

description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law

and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Corey Cohen , Supervisor of Elementary Special Education
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone] x414
• Email: [e-mail]