Special Education Elementary Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - CRS

Franklin Township School District; New Jersey; On-site; USD 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Prescription coverage

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Franklin Township School District seeks a Special Education Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Conerly Road School. You will provide daily instruction aligned to the district's curriculum and support students with diverse learning needs in a self-contained elementary setting.

The role requires NJ certification (K-6 Elementary with TOSD or TH), experience with emotional/behavioral challenges, and a commitment to maintaining a positive learning environment with strong

Qualifications

• Requires NJ K-6 Elementary Certificate and Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped.
• Experience with students who have emotional/behavioral challenges.
• Ability to teach in a self-contained classroom for Language Arts, Math and Social Studies.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act and successful criminal history clearance.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or appropriate employment authorization.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum.

Skills

Behavioral challenges experience

Teaching skills

Interpersonal communication

Positive learning environment

Education

K-6 Elementary Certificate and Teacher of Students with Disabilities OR Teacher of the Handicapped

Job description

Special Education Elementary Teacher

2026 - 2027 School Year

Conerly Road School

DESCRIPTION

Special Education Elementary Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide daily instruction for students in accordance with Board approved curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: K-6 Elementary Certificate and Teacher of Students with Disabilities OR Teacher of the Handicapped
• Must have experience with students who demonstrate emotional, and behavioral challenges, as well as some learning differences.
• Seeking the right qualified individual who has strong teaching skills, enthusiasm, and dedication to teach in a self-contained classroom for Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 - Month Contract. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position in the 26/27 SY is Step 1 BA/BS ($68,023) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380). Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION:

Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:

Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff