Special Education Teacher Autism Program- Mercer Elementary School

Mercer Elementary School; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription and Dental Benen

Job summary

Mercer Elementary School in Trenton, NJ is hiring a Special Education Teacher for the Autism Program. The role requires NJ certification for Students with Disabilities and the ability to work with diverse learners in an IEP-driven setting. The job includes maintaining a positive classroom environment and strong interpersonal communication with staff and families.

Starting date is immediate. Salary follows the MCSSETA guide; benefits include medical, prescription, and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification and/or valid New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped
• Willingness to work with students with diverse needs.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess the physical and mental capacity to perform major job responsibilities including but not limited to the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides for a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Promote the educational growth of students, commensurate with student ability as described in individualized educational plans (IEP).
• Ability to relate to culturally diverse students desired.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Education

NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification

NJ Teacher of the Handicapped

Job description

Special Education Teacher Autism Program- Mercer Elementary School

Mercer County Special Services School District Mercer Elementary School - Trenton, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Mercer County Special Services School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5989694

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

School Year 2026-2027

Description

• Provides for a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Promote the educational growth of students, commensurate with student ability as described in individualized educational plans (IEP).
• Ability to relate to culturally diverse students desired.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification and/or valid New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped
• Willingness to work with students with diverse needs.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess the physical and mental capacity to perform major job responsibilities including but not limited to the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Physical Requirements

The employee must demonstrate physical strength, agility, and energy to perform essential job functions and to ensure health, welfare, and safety of all students and of self. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the employee to perform the essential functions of the job: sitting, standing, reaching, walking, lifting, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, finger dexterity, carrying, repetitive motions, speaking, listening, and visual acuity. The employee must lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription and Dental Benefits

Salary

Following the established MCSSETA Salary Guide Step 1 $77,426

Required criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status

Must be NJ resident within one year from date of hire

EEO/AA/ADA Employer

Guaranteeing equal access to all categories of employment without discriminating on the basis of any of the protected categories listed at N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1(a).

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Isabella Cantalice , HR Manager
• Administration Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]