Special Education Teacher

Pleasantville Public Schools; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pleasantville Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the North Main Street School in Pleasantville, NJ. The role requires a valid New Jersey instructional certificate with a Special Education endorsement and a proven ability to teach and support diverse learners.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of child development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, and collaboration with staff, parents, and the community.

Qualifications

• Requires New Jersey instructional certificate with Special Education endorsement(s).
• Demonstrated knowledge of child growth, development, and effective instructional strategies.
• Ability to create organized lessons and data-driven assessments.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

English communication (oral/written)

Education

New Jersey instructional certificate

Special Education endorsement(s)

Job description

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Inclusion Teacher
  
• Date Posted:
  8/31/2026
  
• Location:
  North Main Street School
  

Pleasantville Public Schools
Pleasantville, New Jersey
Job Description
Instruction/Curriculum Certified
TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a New Jersey instructional certificate and other appropriate subject area and Special Education endorsement(s) (N.J.A.C. 6:11-6.1, 6.2, or 8.1, 8.3 et seq.).
• Have excellent experience in teaching and working with children.
• Demonstrated knowledge of content field and describe ways in which the content can be organized into lessons for students.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.
• Exhibit positive interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and concisely in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative. Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for work processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
• Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with 18A:6- 7.1.
• Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4
• Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
• Meet such alternates to the above qualifications, as the