Special Education Teacher

Central Jersey College Preparatory Charter School; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School in Somerset, New Jersey is seeking a Special Education Teacher to develop individualized programs and differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs. You will collaborate with teachers, families, and school leaders to monitor progress and implement accommodations effectively.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and valid NJ CE/CEAS/Standard Teacher Certification in Special Education, with a commitment to ongoing professional growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification in Special Education.
• Work authorization in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing individualized education programs tailored to each student's unique needs.
• Modify and differentiate the curriculum to ensure accessibility and engagement for all students.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze progress and ensure accommodations and modifications are implemented.
• Assess student progress and prepare progress reports for stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain an inclusive classroom environment that fosters learning.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth to stay current with best practices.

Skills

Proven communication

Excellent communication

Excellent organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ CE/CEAS/Standard Teacher Certification in Special Education

Job description

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Special Education Teacher
  
• Date Posted:
  10/30/2026
  
• Location:
  Central Jersey College Prep
  

About CJCP

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as:

USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016

NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018

US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024

National Charter School, 2020

College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024

College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024

Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022

100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025

100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011

The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

Special Education Teacher

Responsibilities Include:

• Developing and implementing individualized education programs tailored to each student's unique needs.
• The ability to modify and differentiate the curriculum to ensure accessibility and engagement for all students.
• Work closely with general education teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze student progress and ensure that accommodations and modifications are effectively implemented
• Regularly assessing student progress, maintaining accurate records, and preparing progress reports to inform stakeholders of student development
• Establishing and maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters learning and personal growth
• Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and curriculum developments in special education.
• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication;
• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction;
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies;
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;
• Valid NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification in Special Education;
• NJ Criminal History;
• Work authorization in the U.S.;
• Tuberculosis Test;
• Experience is a plus.
• A tenure track position;
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost;
• NJ pension plan
• Paid time off;
• Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

Postings current as of 11/2/2026 12:01:46 AM CST.