Teacher Special Ed. Resource (Middle School)

TrulyHired; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools seeks a qualified middle school teacher with a certification in special education to support students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will show strong instructional skills, effective communication, and classroom management in a diverse urban setting.

Experience with middle school students is required, along with knowledge of assessment procedures and program requirements. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, families, and the community, with a commitment

Qualifications

• Hold a New Jersey Middle School content area certificate with a Students with Disabilities certificate or Teacher of the Handicapped certificate.
• Experience teaching and working with children with exceptional needs.
• Knowledge of special education assessment and program requirements.
• Excellent integrity and moral character.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Oral & written communication

Computer literacy

Education

NJ Middle School cert with Students with Disabilities

Tools

Instructional software

Job description

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Must hold a New Jersey Middle School content area certificate with a Students with Disabilities certificate or hold a Teacher of the Handicapped certificate
• Have excellent experience in teaching and working with children with exceptional needs unless entering teaching from an alternative certification program.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the specialized certification area, including an understanding of the current rules and regulations regarding special education assessment and program requirements.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, children with disabilities, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning and children with exceptional needs.
• Experience working with middle school students
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and good moral character
• 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

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 Affectionate 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.