Elementary Special Ed: Self-Contained Teacher

Garfield Board of Education; Garfield (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield Board of Education in Garfield, NJ seeks an Anticipated Special Education Teacher - Self Contained - Tenure Track position. The role focuses on implementing district-approved curriculum, documenting student progress, and creating a safe, supportive learning environment for students with special needs.

The teacher collaborates in PPTs, develops and implements IEPs, maintains records, communicates with families, and participates in ongoing professional development to ensure inclusive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related discipline.
• Master's degree in Early Childhood and/or Special Education.
• P-3 Teacher Certification (Standard, CEAS or CE) or K-5 or K-6.
• TOSD Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Creates a safe, supportive classroom for individual and small-group instruction.
• Plans lessons and translates plans into learning experiences.
• Assesses student progress and adapts instruction to meet needs, including students with disabilities.
• Supports social, emotional, and academic growth through individualized plans.
• Collaborates in PPTs and develops IEPs for students.

Skills

Teaching methods

Differentiated instruction

Early childhood development

Data collection & analysis

Education law knowledge

Technology literacy

Communication with students/parents

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Master's in Early Childhood or Special Education

Job description

Garfield Board of Education in Garfield, NJ seeks an Anticipated Special Education Teacher - Self Contained - Tenure Track position. The role focuses on implementing district-approved curriculum, documenting student progress, and creating a safe, supportive learning environment for students with special needs.

The teacher collaborates in PPTs, develops and implements IEPs, maintains records, communicates with families, and participates in ongoing professional development to ensure inclusive