Autism Program Teacher - Leave Replacement

Mercer-County-Special-Services-School-District; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer County Special Services School District is seeking an Autism Program Teacher for a leave-replacement position at the Joseph Cappello School in Hamilton, New Jersey. The assignment runs from September 2026 through December 2026, with a starting date of September 1, 2026.

The role requires NJ Certification in the area of Students with Disabilities and/or Handicapped, with a focus on students with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification and/or NJ Teacher of the Handicapped.
• Ability to relate to culturally diverse students.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides for a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Promotes the educational growth of students, as described in IEPs.
• Relates to culturally diverse students and supports inclusive practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Classroom management

Physical stamina

Job description

Autism Program Teacher - Leave Replacement

Mercer County Special Services School District Joseph Cappello School - Hamilton, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5855809

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

Joseph F. Cappello School

September, 2026 - December 2026

Description

• Provides for a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Promote the educational growth of students, commensurate with student ability as described in individualized educational plans (IEP).
• Ability to relate to culturally diverse students desired.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification and/or valid New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped
• Willingness to work with students with diverse needs
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess the physical and mental capacity to perform major job responsibilities including but not limited to the ability to lift 50 pounds

Must be NJ resident within one year from date of hire

EEO/AA/ADA Employer

Guaranteeing equal access to all categories of employment without discriminating on the basis of any of the protected categories listed at N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1(a).

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carline Mirthil , Principal
• Joseph Cappello School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]