Part Time Middle School Special Education Teacher

Oakland Public Schools; Oakland (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and Personal Days

Job summary

Oakland Public Schools in Oakland, NJ, seeks a .5 FTE Middle School Special Education Teacher for Valley Middle School. The position requires NJ Special Education Certification, strong language arts and math knowledge, and experience with multi-sensory instruction. Collaborate with the educational team to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners.

Salary follows the OEA guide ($69,000–$86,872 prorated). Benefits include sick and personal days.

Qualifications

• NJ Special Education Certification required.
• Strong content knowledge in Language Arts and Math.
• Multi-Sensory Training.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and collaborate with educational team.
• Strong knowledge of child growth and development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• NJ Criminal Background Check and CPR/AED Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide special education instruction to middle school students.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners' needs.
• Collaborate with educational team to plan and assess.
• Maintain records and communicate with families.

Skills

Special Education Certification

Language Arts knowledge

Math knowledge

Multi-Sensory Training

Differentiated Instruction

Verbal & written communication

Child development knowledge

Education

NJ Special Education Certification (or equivalent)

Job description

Position Type

Middle School Teaching/Resource Center Teacher

Date Posted

11/4/2026

Location

Valley Middle School

Date Available

01/04/2027

Closing Date

Until Filled

Oakland K-8 Public Schools

Office of the Superintendent

315 Ramapo Valley Road

Oakland, NJ 07436

[phone]

Job Opening

2026-2027 Part Time Tenure Track

.5 FTE MIDDLE SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

• Requirements:
  • NJ Special Education Certification
  • Strong content knowledge in Language Arts and Math
  • Multi-Sensory Training
  • Ability to meet individual needs of diverse learners, differentiate instruction, and work collaboratively with educational team
  • Strong knowledge of child growth and development
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • NJ Criminal Background Check and CPR/AED Certification
• Effective Date: January 4, 2027
• Salary: Following the established OEA Salary Guide, ranging from $69,000 to $86,872 (Prorated)
• Benefits: Sick and Personal Days are included
• Deadline: Until filled

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