Teacher Special Ed Autism

Paterson Public Schools; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ is seeking qualified educators in Paterson, NJ who hold New Jersey teacher certificates for K-6 and Students with Disabilities. The role emphasizes diagnosing student strengths, implementing engaging, standards-based instruction, and using data to guide planning and improvement.

Applicants should demonstrate strong communication with staff, students, parents, and the community, and uphold integrity and professional conduct in a diverse educational environment at Paterson Public

Qualifications

• Must hold New Jersey teacher certificates in K-6 and Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped.
• Diagnose student strengths and weaknesses and match these skills with appropriate techniques and materials.
• Mastery of pedagogical and subject matter skills.
• Demonstrate expertise in designing and implementing standards-based instruction.
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA.
• Ability to analyze data to drive instruction.
• Excellent integrity and initiative.
• Computer literacy and ability to use instructional software.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-based instruction aligned to NJSLS.
• Assess student progress and adjust lessons based on data.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and community to support students.
• Maintain high professional and moral character.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Data-driven instruction

Effective communicator

Critical thinking

Technology literacy

Knowledge of NJSLS & NJSLA

Diagnose student strengths

Collaborative skills

Education

NJ Teaching Certification K-6

NJ Teacher of the Handicapped or Students with Disabilities

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Qualifications:

• Must hold New Jersey teacher certificates in K-6 and Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped.


• Possess interpersonal skills with students, staff, parents & community.


• Diagnose student strengths and weaknesses and match these skills with appropriate techniques and materials.


• Mastery of pedagogical and subject matter skills.


• Demonstrate expertise in designing and implementing standards-based instruction.


• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.


• Ability to analyze and use data to drive instruction.


• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.


• Must be a critical thinker, problem solver, and respect others.


• Must be computer literate and able to use interactive computer instructional software.


• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, and the community.


• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable


• Pending budget availability


• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affir**mative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.