SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

South Hackensack School District; South Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Finalsite is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs across elementary grades in New Jersey. The role emphasizes co-teaching, resource room instruction, multisensory reading interventions, and writing and math support aligned with IEP goals.

The successful candidate will collaborate with general educators, deliver targeted instruction, monitor progress, and participate in IEP meetings and parent conferences while maintaining accurate records and

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education Teaching Certification required.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Knowledge of multisensory reading programs strongly preferred.
• Experience with co-teaching and differentiated instruction.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work across multiple grade levels and support diverse student needs.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check and district employment packet required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement effective co-teaching strategies.
• Provide small-group and individualized instruction in resource room settings.
• Deliver multisensory reading instruction using structured literacy approaches.
• Support student progress in reading, writing, and mathematics aligned with IEP goals.
• Adapt curriculum and instructional materials to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and parent conferences.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Co-teaching

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Special Education certification

Job description

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Special Education Teacher

School Year 2026-2027

Permanent | Full-Time

Position Overview

The successful candidate will provide instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs across multiple grade levels. Responsibilities include co-teaching, resource room instruction, multisensory reading interventions, and academic support in writing and mathematics.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement effective co-teaching strategies.
• Provide small-group and individualized instruction in resource room settings.
• Deliver multisensory reading instruction using structured literacy approaches.
• Support student progress in reading, writing, and mathematics aligned with IEP goals.
• Adapt curriculum and instructional materials to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and parent conferences.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education Teaching Certification required.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students is preferred.
• Knowledge of multisensory reading programs strongly preferred.
• Experience with co-teaching and differentiated instruction.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work across multiple grade levels and support diverse student needs.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check and district employment packet required.

Deadline for applications: December 5, 2026