SPED Teacher Needed - Trenton, NJ

Pediatric Developmental Services; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a Special Education Teacher to join our dedicated team at a welcoming school community. You will create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students, while communicating progress with families and staff.

The role emphasizes collaborative planning, detailed lesson design, and ensuring a safe, engaging classroom environment. Our benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions, plus an

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education-related field or equivalent.
• Experience with K-12 students and ability to support diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Communicate progress and challenges with staff and families.
• Develop detailed lesson plans and obtain administrator approval.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school.
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to support student progress.
• Invite family participation in student education progress.
• Prepare and distribute quarterly progress reports.
• Collaborate with on-site therapists on behavioral issues.
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with K-12 children

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in a relevant field
• Experience working with K-12 children

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.