Special Education Teacher

Berkeley Township Board of Education; Berkeley Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley Township Board of Education in New Jersey seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for district-wide elementary programs. The role focuses on delivering tailored instruction to students with special needs and developing IEPs for progress tracking.

ASAP start; the position requires NJ State Special Education and Elementary Certification, classroom management skills, and strong communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires NJ State Special Education and Elementary Certification.
• Ability to instruct elementary special needs students.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum.
• Knowledge of special education curriculum.
• Ability to work with children at multiple education levels.
• Criminal History approval from State of New Jersey.
• Experience with positive behavioral supports.
• Experience working with students with challenging behaviors.
• Background in behavior management techniques is desired.

Responsibilities

• Instruction of students in special education settings.
• Provide Progress/Grade Reports/IEPs.
• Provide for safety, order, discipline in the classroom.
• Effectively communicate with parents.

Skills

Instruct elementary students

Behavioral supports

Communication with parents

Classroom management

Multi-level education

Child safety & discipline

Education

NJ State Special Education Certification

Elementary Certification

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted: 10/28/2026

Location: District-Wide

Date Available: ASAP

Closing Date: 11/11/2026

Position: Special Education Teacher

Qualifications

• NJ State Special Education and Elementary Certification required
• Ability to instruct elementary special needs school age students
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum
• Knowledge of special education curriculum
• Ability to work with children at multiple education levels
• Criminal History approval from State of New Jersey
• Experience with positive behavioral supports
• Experience working with students with challenging behaviors
• Background in behavior management techniques is desired

Responsibilities

• Instruction of students in special education settings
• Provide Progress/Grade Reports/IEPs
• Provide for safety, order, discipline in the classroom
• Effectively communicate with parents

Availability: ASAP

Salary: Contractual

Deadline for Applying: November 11, 2026