Special Education Teacher Elementary (In Class Resource/Replacement) (Leave Replacement)

Cranford Public Schools; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranford Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher for Elementary (In Class Resource/Replacement) to support students within an elementary setting. This leave replacement position collaborates with the classroom teacher, CST members, and families to implement IEP goals and foster an inclusive classroom environment.

The ideal candidate holds NJ Elementary K-6 certification (or Teacher of Students with Disabilities) and demonstrates solid knowledge of development, differentiation, and

Qualifications

• NJ Certification (Elem. K-6) or CE/CEAS eligibility required.
• Solid understanding of elementary child development.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and use data to guide supports.
• Strong collaboration with families, administrators, CST members and staff.

Skills

Elementary Education

Differentiated Instruction

Data-Informed Instruction

Parent Collaboration

Education

New Jersey Certification (Elementary K-6) or CE/CEAS eligible

Job description

Special Education Teacher Elementary (In Class Resource/Replacement) (Leave Replacement) JobID: 2439

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education
• Date Posted: 10/13/2026
• Date Available: 11/10/2026

November 10, 2026 through June 30, 2027

Requirements

• Certification: Valid New Jersey Certification (Elementary K-6 and/or Teacher of Students with Disabilities) or eligible CE/CEAS.
• Child Development: Solid foundational understanding of elementary child development and how students learn and grow.
• Instructional Differentiation: Ability to adapt and differentiate classroom lessons to engage diverse learning styles and individual needs.
• Data-Informed Instruction: Familiarity with collecting student performance data and using it to guide small-group or individualized instruction.
• Collaborative Mindset: Strong communication skills with an eagerness to partner with parents, administrators, Child Study Team members, and classroom support staff to implement IEP goals and foster an inclusive classroom environment.