Special Education Teacher - Leave Replacement

Young World Physical Education; West Windsor (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Special Education Teacher for a leave replacement position from September 2026 to June 2027. The role involves developing skills and knowledge in students in accordance with their abilities and personal goals.

Qualified candidates must be certified teachers in New Jersey and are expected to create a positive learning environment while collaborating with parents and educators.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified teacher with the State of New Jersey.
• Willing to assume a leadership role when needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach following the assignment's philosophy and goals.
• Work with parents to guide student growth and development.
• Establish and maintain pupil behavior standards.
• Create a conducive learning atmosphere.
• Test incoming students for placement.
• Perform assigned duties from Principal/Supervisor.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Google Suite

Proficient in Genesis Employee Portal

Education

Certified teacher in New Jersey

Job description

Special Education Teacher – Leave Replacement

West Windsor – Plainsboro Regional School District, Dutch Neck – West Windsor, New Jersey.

Job ID: 5812419
Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Department: Special Services

Reports To: Principal or Special Education Supervisor

Salary Guide: WWPEA; 10‑month position

Position Summary: Develop skills, concepts, attitudes and acquisition of knowledge in accordance with the student’s abilities and personal goals. This is a leave replacement position for September 2026 – June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Teach in accordance with the assignment, utilizing philosophy, goals, and materials approved by the board of education.
• Work with parents to guide the growth and development of the students.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining standards of pupil behavior necessary for the effective functioning of class and school activities.
• Create an atmosphere conducive to learning and appropriate to the students.
• Make recommended changes in students’ program.
• Test incoming students for initial class placement.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Principal and/or Special Services Supervisor.

Qualifications

Must be a certified teacher with the State of New Jersey. Employee must be willing to assume a leadership role when needed.

Technology Skills

Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, and Genesis Employee Portal.

Evaluation of Performance

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the New Jersey Administrative Code and Board of Education policy.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Terms of Employment

10‑Month Contract. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The West Windsor‑Plainsboro Regional School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

New Jersey First Act

New Jersey First Act, N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), requires employees of all school boards to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The West Windsor‑Plainsboro Regional School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable law, if such a determination becomes necessary.