Special Education Teacher - ERI preferred

Atlantic County Vocational School District; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Sick days

Personal days

Bereavement days

Job summary

Atlantic County Special Services School District seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students with autism and to implement district curriculum under the principal's supervision.

You will document progress, provide a safe learning environment, and collaborate with families and staff to maximize student outcomes through IEPs and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Special Education theories and methods.
• Experience with IEPs and PPTs.
• Familiarity with federal and state education laws.
• Strong data management and record-keeping.
• Effective communication with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assess students to identify learning needs and plan actions.
• Participate in PPTs and develop IEPs.
• Support implementation of IEPs and behavior plans.
• Coordinate with administrators and staff to tailor plans.
• Maintain accurate student records for colleges and employers.
• Encourage parental involvement and effective communication.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Special Education principles

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

Education laws

Computer literacy

Record-keeping

Parent communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in Special Education

Job description

Position Type: Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted: 11/10/2026

Location: Atlantic County Special Services

Date Available: TBD

Closing Date: 11/25/2026

Special Education Teacher at Atlantic County Special Services School District

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Specialized in the area of Autism

Essential Functions

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action to maximize educational goals
• Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates 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.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide educational services that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues 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.
• Organizes and maintains 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.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Additional Duties

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:

• New Jerssey Special Education Teacher with the Teacher of the Handicapped Certification
• or Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification along with the appropriate subject area.

Education:

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in Special Education.

Experience:

• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Salary Based Off of the ACSSEA Guide Starting at &74,555 - $102,030

NJ State Health Benefits

Sick, Personal & Bereavement Days