K-12 Special Education Teacher — Urban Schools

Uncommon Schools; Riverside Park (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Extensive training and development

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Wellness benefits

Parental/maternity leave options

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks a Special Education teacher in New Jersey to develop and monitor accommodations for students with IEPs and 504 plans, providing academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will partner with families and Special Education teams to analyze student work, set goals, and deliver pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1:1 instruction. The role emphasizes inclusive teaching and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Commitment to social-emotional and academic development of students.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners to support students.
• Self-directed learner who seeks and uses feedback to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Modify and deliver an inclusive curriculum with 504/IEP accommodations.
• Collaborate with families, educators, and leaders to support IEP goals and progress.
• Foster a positive school culture and engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Social-emotional development

Collaboration with partners

Self-directed learner

Feedback-driven

Urban education impact

Education

Bachelor's degree; NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools seeks a Special Education teacher in New Jersey to develop and monitor accommodations for students with IEPs and 504 plans, providing academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will partner with families and Special Education teams to analyze student work, set goals, and deliver pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1:1 instruction. The role emphasizes inclusive teaching and ongoing professional growth.