Preschool Disabled Teacher

Education Jobs NJ; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover Township Public Schools seeks a dedicated Preschool Disabled Teacher for Bee Meadow Elementary School. This full-time, tenure-track position focuses on supporting students with significant learning needs in a inclusive setting, aligning IEPs with developmentally appropriate instruction.

The role requires valid NJ TOSD certification, experience with multiple disabilities, and ability to use assistive tech.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey TOSD or Teacher of the Handicapped certification.
• Experience with students with multiple disabilities preferred.
• Ability to implement assistive technology and alternative communication methods as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students with multiple disabilities according to IEPs.
• Design developmentally appropriate, differentiated lessons aligned to NJ Student Learning Standards.
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to support academic, communication, social and life skills development.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, therapists, case managers, and general education staff.
• Foster a structured, supportive classroom environment tailored to individual student needs.
• Maintain accurate student records and participate in IEP meetings/progress reviews.
• Communicate regularly with families to promote home-school collaboration.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

IEP implementation

Education

New Jersey TOSD certification

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Preschool Teacher

Date Posted: 9/24/2026

Location: Bee Meadow School

Date Available: 01/01/2027

Closing Date: 11/30/2026

To: Principals, Staff

From: Justin Toomey, Superintendent

Date: September 24, 2026

Subject: Anticipated Certificated Staff Opening - for 26-27 School Year

ANTICIPATED OPENING

Preschool Disabled Teacher (Tenure Track Position)

Effective: January 4, 2027 - June 30, 2027

Hanover Township Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher for our Preschool Disabled program at Bee Meadow Elementary School. This full-time, tenure-track position is ideal for an educator who is committed to supporting the academic, behavioral, social, and functional development of students with significant learning needs in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction to students with multiple disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Design and implement developmentally appropriate, differentiated lessons aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to support students' academic, communication, social, and life skills development
• Collaborate closely with paraprofessionals, therapists, case managers, and general education staff
• Foster a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment tailored to individual student needs
• Maintain accurate student records and participate in IEP meetings and progress reviews
• Communicate regularly with families to promote home-school collaboration

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Valid New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) certification or Teacher of the Handicapped certification
• Experience working with students with multiple disabilities preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Ability to implement assistive technology and alternative communication methods as needed

Salary in accordance with the established HTEA 2026-2027 Salary Guide: BA, Step 1, $64,365.00, - MA +45, Step 20, $106,595.00.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer