Inspiring Middle School SPED Teacher — Growth & Impact

KIPP; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

NJ Pension Plan

403b retirement plan

Parental leave

Paid time off

Transit benefits

Job summary

KIPP New Jersey is hiring a 26-27 Middle School Special Education Teacher in Newark. This full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality special education instruction with a strong emphasis on data-driven teaching and strong collaboration with families and staff.

The school emphasizes equity, rigorous standards, and a supportive environment. The compensation ranges from $65,000 to $103,000 yearly, with performance-based pay opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid traditional NJ teaching certification
• Eligibility for NJ teaching license required
• Experience in special education preferred

Responsibilities

• Create and adapt lesson plans aligned to the curriculum with grade-level teams
• Use student data to tailor instruction toward mastery
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to support student progress
• Maintain classroom management and a supportive learning environment
• Assist with progress monitoring and testing across the school
• Update performance trackers to guide lesson planning
• Attend school, department, and parent meetings
• Participate in school events and activities

Skills

Lesson planning

Data-driven instruction

Collaborative teaching

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Education

NJ teaching certification

Tools

Praxis exams

NJDOE certification process

Job description

KIPP New Jersey is hiring a 26-27 Middle School Special Education Teacher in Newark. This full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality special education instruction with a strong emphasis on data-driven teaching and strong collaboration with families and staff.

The school emphasizes equity, rigorous standards, and a supportive environment. The compensation ranges from $65,000 to $103,000 yearly, with performance-based pay opportunities and comprehensive benefits.