Leave Replacement Special Ed Teacher (K-5) | Benefits

South-Orange-Maplewood-School-District; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

NJ state pension system

Paid sick and personal days

Tuition reimbursement for continuing教育

Life insurance

Job summary

South Orange-Maplewood School District seeks a Leave Replacement Special Education Teacher for South Mountain Elementary School in New Jersey. The role requires experience in special education classrooms, collaboration with academic teachers, and a 1.0 FTE, 10-month assignment from August 31, 2026 to November 20, 2026.

-qualified candidates hold NJ certification or eligibility, demonstrate knowledge of effective methods, and show strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• NJ Teacher of the Handicapped OR Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Teaching experience with special needs students preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status required.

Responsibilities

• Implements instruction to meet individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Guides learning toward curriculum goals and objectives.
• Employs appropriate instructional methods and materials.
• Assesses student performance and provides progress reports.
• Identifies students needing additional support services.
• Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.
• Engages in professional development activities to enhance instruction.
• Participates in building and district meetings.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Uses technology for communication purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Team collaboration

Technology as instructional tool

Education

NJ Instructional Certificate or eligibility

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

South Orange-Maplewood School District seeks a Leave Replacement Special Education Teacher for South Mountain Elementary School in New Jersey. The role requires experience in special education classrooms, collaboration with academic teachers, and a 1.0 FTE, 10-month assignment from August 31, 2026 to November 20, 2026.

-qualified candidates hold NJ certification or eligibility, demonstrate knowledge of effective methods, and show strong communication skills.