Special Education Preschool Teacher - Disabled Classroom

Vernon Township School District; Wantage (NJ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernon Township School District in New Jersey seeks an Anticipated Preschool Teacher for a Preschool Disabled Classroom at Walnut Ridge School. The role focuses on high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction for three- to five-year-olds in a half-day program.

Certification in Preschool–Grade 3 with TO SD/TOH is required, along with strong teaching methods, digital fluency, and collaboration with the Child Study Team to develop IEPs. Salary ranges apply per the VTEA contract.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey certificate in Preschool - Grade 3 and TO SD or TOH certification, required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Digital fluency is required.
• Works to enhance the educational experiences of young children through developmentally appropriate materials and practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status and a complete physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Works to enhance the educational experiences of young children through a supportive learning environment.
• Promotes active learning with structured and unstructured activities fostering development.
• Implements the approved curriculum and aligns activities with standards.
• Develops lesson plans and uses age-appropriate assessment tools; maintains pupil progress records.
• Collaborates with specialists and staff to address student needs and communicate with parents.
• Participates in school planning, meetings, and committees.

Skills

Teaching methods

Developmentally appropriate activities

Positive learning environment

Digital fluency

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

NJ certificate Preschool- Grade 3 TO SD/TOH

Job description

Vernon Township School District in New Jersey seeks an Anticipated Preschool Teacher for a Preschool Disabled Classroom at Walnut Ridge School. The role focuses on high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction for three- to five-year-olds in a half-day program.

Certification in Preschool–Grade 3 with TO SD/TOH is required, along with strong teaching methods, digital fluency, and collaboration with the Child Study Team to develop IEPs. Salary ranges apply per the VTEA contract.