Special Ed Teacher Leader, K-4 — MTSS & PLCs

Hackensack Public Schools; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Public Schools invites applications for a Teacher Leader - Special Education for grades K-4. This district-wide assignment supports data-driven planning and professional learning across elementary classrooms.

The role emphasizes data conversations, MTSS implementation, and collaboration with district leaders to strengthen Tier 1 instruction and targeted supports. NJ teaching certificate required; leadership experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Currently employed as a teacher in Hackensack Public Schools with NJ instructional certificate.
• Strong knowledge of district curriculum and New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
• Ability to analyze student data and guide instructional next steps.
• Experience leading PLCs and collaborative planning.
• Understanding MTSS and tiered supports.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured data conversations to review student growth and inform instruction.
• Facilitate PLCs and grade-level meetings with staff.
• Plan and coordinate teacher leadership activities aligned with district initiatives.
• Prepare agendas and materials for professional learning sessions.
• Document time and activities for supervision and compliance.

Skills

Data-driven instruction

Standards-aligned assessment

Data analysis

MTSS knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Facilitate professional learning

Time management

Communication skills

Education

New Jersey instructional certificate

Job description

Hackensack Public Schools invites applications for a Teacher Leader - Special Education for grades K-4. This district-wide assignment supports data-driven planning and professional learning across elementary classrooms.

The role emphasizes data conversations, MTSS implementation, and collaboration with district leaders to strengthen Tier 1 instruction and targeted supports. NJ teaching certificate required; leadership experience is valued.