Teacher of the Handicapped (Elementary)

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen County Special Services in Paramus seeks a Teacher of the Handicapped/Teachers of Students with Disabilities for Washington Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. Cert required; 10 months; location at Washington Elementary - Paramus.

Requires NJ DOE certification (Handicapped/Students with Disabilities) and P-3; experience with autistic individuals, ABA, and discrete trial preferred. Must reside in NJ within one year of hire; compensation range listed and BCSS contract terms apply.

Qualifications

• Must have NJ DOE certificate as above.
• Experience with Autistic Individuals, ABA and discrete trial preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical work, frequent bending and lifting; independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more with assistance.
• Ability to motivate students in a positive and creative learning environment.
• Willing and able to complete Crisis Management training.

Responsibilities

• (Not explicitly stated in the HTML)

Skills

Motivating students in learning env

Crisis management training

Education

New Jersey DOE Certificate - Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities

New Jersey DOE certificate - P-3 (CE/CEAS or standard)

Job description

• Position Type: Teaching/ Teacher of the Handicapped
• Date Posted: 9/28/2026
• Location: WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
• Date Available: 11/14/2026
• Closing Date: 10/12/2026

BERGEN COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES

ANNOUNCEMENT: POSITION OPENING

The Board of Education is seeking applications for the 2026-2027 school year for the following position:

TEACHER OF THE HANDICAPPED/TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

(10 Months – Certificated)

Washington Elementary - Paramus

Qualifications:

• New Jersey DOE Certificate required -Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities.
• New Jersey DOE certificate - P-3 (CE/CEAS or standard) required.
• Experience working with Autistic Individuals, ABA and discrete trial- preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical work, which requires frequent bending and lifting. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to motivate students in a positive and creative learning environment.
• Willing and able to complete Crisis Management training.

New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date to hire.

Compensation Rate/Range: $73,690 - $111,682

BCSS Education Association Contract 2023-2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

PCN 03-41-28/chd

c: Presidents, Employee Associations