Preschool Disabled Teacher

Palisades Park School District; Palisades Park (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Palisades Park School District is seeking an Elementary School Teacher with a focus on special education to join the team at the Dr. Charles Smith Early Childhood Center. You will implement district curricula, document student progress, and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment for students with varied needs.

Responsibilities include assessments, PPT participation, IEP development, coordinating with staff, and communicating with families. Ongoing professional growth is expected.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Special Education Teacher in New Jersey.
• Experience developing and implementing IEPs.
• Knowledge of behavior management and differentiated instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assesses students and identifies learning needs to inform instruction.
• Participates in PPTs and develops IEPs for students.
• Implements IEPs and behavior plans with teachers and staff.
• Coordinates with administrators to align services to student needs.
• Acts as liaison with families to support student progress.
• Engages in ongoing professional development to stay current.

Skills

Special education knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis & action planning

Knowledge of federal & state education

Virtual learning platforms

Communication with students/parents

Team coordination

Self-evaluation & professional growth

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Tools

Data information systems

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted: 11/2/2026

Location: Dr. Charles Smith Early Childhood Center

Date Available: 01/04/2027

Position Purpose

- Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Director of Special Services, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Essential Functions

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide support that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed, inclusive of virtual learning platforms.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard classroom and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License

• NJ Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• NJ Preschool- 3td Grade Certification

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience

• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.