Empowering Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Palisades Park School District; Palisades Park (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Palisades Park School District is seeking an experienced Elementary School Teacher at Dr. Charles Smith Early Childhood Center in New Jersey. The role focuses on delivering district approved curriculum, assessing student progress, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.

Candidates must hold NJ State Elementary Teacher certification; NJ Special Ed certification is preferred. A Bachelor's in Elementary Education is required; a Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Certification/licensure required per NJ DOE.
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education.
• Master's degree preferred but not required.
• Experience with students with special needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Instructs and assesses students, including those with special needs.
• Creates lesson plans and learning materials to maximize instructional time.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress and attendance.
• Communicates with parents and staff; participates in committees.

Skills

Differentiated Instruction

Parent Communication

Educational Pedagogy

Data-informed Instruction

Education

NJ State Certification as Elementary Teacher

NJ State Special Ed Certification (preferred)

Bachelor's in Elementary Education

Master's in related area (preferred)

Job description

Palisades Park School District is seeking an experienced Elementary School Teacher at Dr. Charles Smith Early Childhood Center in New Jersey. The role focuses on delivering district approved curriculum, assessing student progress, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.

Candidates must hold NJ State Elementary Teacher certification; NJ Special Ed certification is preferred. A Bachelor's in Elementary Education is required; a Master's degree is preferred.