Middle School Special Education Teacher - Resource Room ELA

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Salem (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TPAF Pension

Health Plan

Dental Plan

FSA

Paid Sick Leave

Personal Days

403b Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. seeks a dedicated Middle School Teaching/Special Education Teacher for Salem Middle School.

The ideal candidate holds valid New Jersey instructional certification or eligibility and can craft engaging, standards-aligned lessons while collaborating with staff and communicating with families. The role involves maintaining student records and supporting district goals in a ten-month contract.

Qualifications

• NJ instructional certification or eligibility.
• Knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.

Responsibilities

• Instructs to meet state core curriculum standards using board-adopted curricula and approved courses.
• Develops lesson plans and materials; provides individualized and small group instruction.
• Sets objectives in lesson prep and weekly plans; delivers instruction to achieve them.
• Analyzes student data to drive instruction and monitor progress toward objectives.
• Maintains records of student progress and reports on outcomes.
• Identifies pupil needs and collaborates with staff to resolve learning problems.
• Maintains standards of pupil behavior to foster a conducive learning environment.
• Plans class activities and presentations that meet diverse needs.

Skills

Teaching methods

Interpersonal communication

Classroom management

Education

New Jersey Teaching Certification

Job description

Job Details

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted: 9/21/2026

Location: Salem Middle School

Date Available: 09/01/2025

Closing Date: 10/12/2026

Title

TEACHER

Qualifications

• 1. Valid New Jersey Instructional Certification and/or Subject Matter Specialization Endorsement or eligibility.
• 2. Demonstrates knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• 3. Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• 4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• 5. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Reports To

PRINCIPAL

Duties/Responsibilities

• 1. Instructs to achieve state core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning and skills development in the classroom. Teaches pupils through an approved course of study using board-adopted curricula, textbooks and other appropriate teaching methods.
• 2. Following the district format develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• 3. Sets specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives.
• 4. By analyzing individual, class and school-wide student data, assesses, develops plans of action to drive instruction and monitors pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction.
• 5. Maintains records of pupil's educational progress in class record books and/or board approved forms and summarizes these marks for reporting purposes.
• 6. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning problems.
• 7. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve classroom climate conducive to learning.
• 8. Plans and uses class time effectively to maximize instructional opportunities.
• 9. Communicates effectively with parents through conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and to discuss pupil progress.
• 10. Devises written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts.
• 11 Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils.
• 12. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
• 13. Maintains professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities.
• 14. Participates in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees and other school and district groups.
• 15. Makes effective use of community resources to enhance the instructional program.
• 16. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
• 17. Maintains appropriate documentation.
• 18. Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned.

Terms of Employment

Ten (10) month position; governed by the Teachers Association contract and calendar.

Evaluations

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state laws and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of certified staff.

Wage or Salary Information

• Certified Teaching Staff: Salary Range $ 64,000 - $97,251

Benefits Information

• Enrollment in TPAF (Teacher's Pension and Annuity Fund) and Group Life Insurance through NJ Department of Pensions and Benefits
• AmeriHealth New Jersey Educators Health Plan (Medical)
• Benecard (Prescription)
• Delta Dental (Dental)
• Ameriflex (FSA) Flexible Spending Account
• Opt-Out of Benefits Annual Waiver. Range: up to $5,000 per year
• Ten Paid Sick days, Three Personal Days
• Eligibility for enrollment in 403b Tax Shelter Annuity Plans. Vendors: MetLife/Brighthouse, Equitable,Midland or Lincoln Investment Planning.
• Eligibility for enrollment in Disability, Life, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement Plans with Colonial Life Insurance.
• Eligibility for enrollment in Disability Insurance with Prudential, Colonial Life, or AFLAC.

Extra Compensation Programs

• Extra-Curricular Stipends
• After School Tutoring and Homebound Tutoring
• Professional Development Workshops in the District

FLSA Status

Exempt