Special Education Teacher (Elementary)

iLearn Schools; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 59,850 - 73,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Short Term Disability

Job summary

iLearn Schools seeks a Special Education Resource Teacher to enhance learning for special needs students in Fair Lawn, NJ. This role focuses on individualized instruction in a resource room, ensuring students reach their full potential. A Bachelor's degree and NJ State Certification are required, along with strong communication skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a competitive salary. This is a ten-month employee role reporting to the School Director, supervising students and facilitating their academic growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• New Jersey State Certification required for specific grades and disability support.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maximize learning for students with special needs.
• Document student progress and provide tailored instruction.
• Prepare and maintain educational records.

Skills

Effective communication

Understanding confidentiality

Ability to adapt

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

New Jersey State Certification Preschool through Grade 3 or Elementary

Co-certificate New Jersey State Certification Students with Disabilities

Job description

Special Education Resource Teacher (Elementary)

Compensation: Base $66,500, Tested Subject $2,000, Experience $200 per year, Advanced Degree-Masters $3,000; PHD $5,000. Comprehensive Benefits: Health (Medical, Vision, Dental), Short Term Disability, AAE, & Pension.

Position Title: Special Education Teacher

Summary: The role of the Special Education teacher is to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum. Special Education teachers will document student progress, activities and outcomes, address student's specific needs, and provide a safe and optimal learning environment. This is a resource room position, in which the special education teacher will pull students to a separate classroom to provide small group instruction, aligned to the classroom's instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• New Jersey State Certification Preschool through Grade 3 or Elementary School Teacher in Grades K - 6 and a co-certificate New Jersey State Certification Students with Disabilities.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Understand the requirement to maintain confidentiality concerning charter school-related matters.
• Prior to employment, the following must be addressed:
• Required to complete a criminal history background check to prove that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with N.J.S.A 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. 6A:32-6.2.
• Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6.3.
• A valid driver's license is preferred.
• Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the CEO finds appropriate and acceptable.

Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials.
• Requires the ability to work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Occasionally requires stooping, bending, or reaching.
• Requires some traveling.

Performance Responsibilities

• Pursue the vision and execute the mission of iLearn Schools Inc.
• Support and promote board and administrative initiatives and decisions.
• Possess an understanding of the charter school renewal process and assist with the process as needed.
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel and outside agencies associated with the charter school.
• Maintain professional competence and continuous improvement through professional growth.
• Adhere to federal statutes and regulations, New Jersey school law, New Jersey Department of Education rules and regulations, iLearn Schools Inc. policies, procedures and contractual obligations.
• Take immediate action and notify appropriate personnel concerning any evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids.
• Follow school affirmative action procedures.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of the charter school rules and regulations.
• Protect confidentiality of records and information about staff or students and use discretion when sharing such information within legal confines.
• Maintain proper phone etiquette and practice discretion when communicating with parents or the community.
• Issue electronic/paper communications that are written with appropriate language, phrases and punctuation. Use of slang or text language is not acceptable.
• Assist in the collection of data for local, county, state or federal reports.
• Possess and understanding of the school emergency response plan.
• Attend school sponsored events as requested/contracted.
• Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Assist in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assist students and teaching staff in implementing student's IEP and behavior management plans.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinate with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serve as a ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serve as liaison between home and school.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.
• Budget class time effectively.
• Devise written and oral assignments and assessments that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts.
• Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
• Perform any other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification that may be assigned.

Reports to

School Director

Supervise

Students

Terms of Employment

Ten-month employee

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with New Jersey state law (Title 18A) and the provisions of the iLearn Schools policy on evaluation of certified personnel.