Social Studies Teacher for Diverse Learners

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Public Schools is seeking a Social Studies/Teacher of Students with Disabilities for the 2026-2027 school year at Hackensack Middle School. The role emphasizes inclusive, rigorous instruction and collaboration with families and the community to meet diverse student needs.

Responsibilities include using data to guide lesson planning, maintaining a positive classroom climate, and ensuring alignment with New Jersey Learning Standards and district directives.

Qualifications

• Hold a New Jersey instructional certificate with endorsed subject area.
• Experience teaching adolescents and implementing NJ standards.
• Ability to plan differentiating instruction based on student needs.

Responsibilities

• Establish high standards for student performance and behavior.
• Deliver rigorous social studies instruction aligned to NJSLS.
• Create engaging, collaborative learning environments for diverse learners.
• Plan, assess, and adjust instruction using data and curricula.
• Communicate with families and staff to support student success.

Skills

Adolescent instruction

Curriculum knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Education

NJ instructional certificate

Job description

Hackensack Public Schools is seeking a Social Studies/Teacher of Students with Disabilities for the 2026-2027 school year at Hackensack Middle School. The role emphasizes inclusive, rigorous instruction and collaboration with families and the community to meet diverse student needs.

Responsibilities include using data to guide lesson planning, maintaining a positive classroom climate, and ensuring alignment with New Jersey Learning Standards and district directives.