Leave Replacement, Special Education Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - EAS

Elizabeth Avenue School; New Jersey; On-site; USD 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and prescription保险

Personal and sick days

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Elizabeth Avenue School in Franklin Township, NJ, seeks a Leave Replacement Special Education Elementary Teacher for the 26/27 school year. The role runs Nov 25, 2026 through May 10, 2027, at Elizabeth Avenue Elementary School.

The position requires NJ certification (K-6 or K12 with TOSD/TOH), ability to maintain a positive learning environment, strong communication skills, and compliance with NJ FIRST Act. Salary steps range from $68,023 to $99,380, prorated, with standard BOE benefits.

Qualifications

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: K-6 Elementary Certificate (or K12) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities OR Teacher of the Handicapped
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
• Bachelor degree preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum.
• Coordinate with grade level teams and support staff to meet individual education program goals.
• Maintain classroom management and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Positive learning environment

Interpersonal communication

NJ FIRST Act compliance

Criminal history clearance

Citizenship/work authorization

Education

NJ Certification: K-6 or K-12 with TOSD/TOH

Job description

Leave Replacement, Special Education Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - EAS

Franklin Township School District Elizabeth Avenue School - Somerset, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Leave Replacement, Special Education Teacher

2026 - 2027 School Year

November 25, 2026 - May 10, 2027

Elizabeth Avenue Elementary School

DESCRIPTION

Special Education Elementary Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: K-6 Elementary Certificate (or K12) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities OR Teacher of the Handicapped


• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act


• Successful Criminal History Clearance


• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization


• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Leave Replacement Position. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position in the 26/27 SY is Step 1 BA/BS ($68,023) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380), prorated. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance


• Personal and sick days


• Flexible spending account (FSA)


• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law

and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and ...