High School Biology & Special Education Teacher

Nutley Board of Education; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nutley Board of Education seeks a Biology/Life Science Special Education Teacher for Nutley High School. The role includes teaching life science, biology, and inclusion co-teaching, with focus on adapting instruction for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include creating lesson plans, conducting assessments, managing learning environments, collaborating with general education staff, and maintaining records and parent communication. Certification in biology and SLD required.

Qualifications

• State Certifications as Biology/Life Science Teacher (Code: 2210) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Code: 2475).
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Successful prior teaching experience at the appropriate grade level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches life science and biology per district curriculum.
• Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis.
• Provides inclusive, co-taught instruction for students with disabilities.
• Develops lesson plans and learning experiences with hands-on lab activities.
• Maintains accurate records, grading, and reporting per district procedures.
• Coordinates with general education teachers and participates in school committees.

Skills

Life science education

Special education

Differentiated instruction

Assessment & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Lab equipment use

Student data systems

Job description

The Nutley Board of Education seeks a Biology/Life Science Special Education Teacher for Nutley High School. The role includes teaching life science, biology, and inclusion co-teaching, with focus on adapting instruction for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include creating lesson plans, conducting assessments, managing learning environments, collaborating with general education staff, and maintaining records and parent communication. Certification in biology and SLD required.