S[ECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (INCLUSION)

Education Jobs NJ; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ in Atlantic City districtwide seeks an Elementary School Teaching position for Pre-K-8 with a focus on special education. The role requires valid New Jersey instructional certification or the ability to obtain certification through the NJDOE program, and involves delivering an approved special education program to foster student growth.

The candidate will maintain a positive learning environment, collaborate with parents and staff, and demonstrate strong communication skills in

Qualifications

• Requires valid New Jersey instructional certificate or ability to obtain certification.
• Certification as Teacher of the Handicapped or Elementary School Teacher with Disabilities is preferred.
• Must complete 50-hour pre-professional experience per NJDOE requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent English communication both verbally and in writing.
• Criminal history background check and lawful work status required.

Responsibilities

• Provide an approved special education program and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth.
• Help students develop skills, attitudes and knowledge for a solid educational foundation.
• Maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Positive learning environment

Subject matter expertise

Education

NJ Teaching Certification

Teacher of Students with Disabilities

50-hour pre-professional experience

Background check compliance

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Pre-K-8

Date Posted: 10/1/2026

Location: Districtwide

Date Available: 11/01/2026

Closing Date: 10/11/2026

10-Month Position

JOB GOAL: To provide an approved special education program and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth; to help students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education; and to maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate or ability to obtain certification through the Limited Instructional Certification Program.


• Teacher of the Handicapped certificate or Elementary School Teacher and Teacher of Students with Disabilities certificates


• Holder of Certificates of Eligibility must complete the 50-hour pre-professional experience as required by the NJ Department of Education.


• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods.


• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.


• Effectively communicates and understands job instructions both verbally and written in the English language.


• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Atlantic City Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Affirmitive Action Employer.

Candidates for employment who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to be tested for the usage of controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in N.J.S.A. 2