Special Education Teacher- High School

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County is seeking a Special Education teacher for the high school in New Jersey. A valid New Jersey instructional certificate is required, with endorsement as a Teacher of the Handicapped or Students with Disabilities. A core content area certification is preferred (English, Math, Science).

Autism experience is preferred. Salary will be based on experience and earned degree level; a comprehensive benefits package including medical/vision/dental insurance

Qualifications

• New Jersey Instructional Certificate is required.
• New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped or Students with Disabilities is required.
• New Jersey Teacher of a Core Content Area preferred (English, Math, Science).
• Autism experience is preferred.

Job description

Special Ed Teacher High School

• Position Type: SPECIAL EDUCATION/ Secondary Teacher
• Location: High School
• Closing Date: 11/01/2026
• Effective: 2026-2027 School Year

Requirements:

• New Jersey Instructional Certificate
  • New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped or Students with Disabilities
  • New Jersey Teacher of a Core Content Area preferred (English, Math, Science)
• Autism experience preferred

As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level.

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package: including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

AA/EEO

• In accordance with S-414/A-3188 ( http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM ), school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct.
• Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act ( https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml )