TEACHER: SPECIAL EDUCATION (LRC BIOLOGY)

Atlantic City Public Schools; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic City Public Schools seeks a Teacher: Special Education LRC Biology for Atlantic City High School. This 10-month position serves grades 9–12 with an emphasis on building an approved special education program and supportive learning environments.

The role requires NJ certification (Teacher of the Handicapped or Biology/Disabilities certificates) and adherence to NJDOE rules. Strong communication and collaboration with families and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ Instructional Certificate or ability to obtain certification through alternate program.
• Biology and Students with Disabilities certificates are preferred.
• Completion of the 50-hour pre-professional experience per NJDOE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide an approved special education program for grades 9–12.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and growth.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and staff while using effective teaching methods.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication

Collaborative teaching

Adaptability

Education

Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate

Biology and Students with Disabilities certificates

50-hour pre-professional experience

Job description

TEACHER: SPECIAL EDUCATION (LRC BIOLOGY) JobID: 935

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching
• Date Posted:
  8/31/2026
• Location:
  Atlantic City High School
• Date Available:
  09/16/2026
• Closing Date:
  09/10/2026

TEACHER: SPECIAL EDUCATION LRC BIOLOGY

Secondary Level Education Grades 9 - 12

10-Month Position

JOBGOAL

To provide an approved special education program and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth; to help students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education; and to maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate or ability to obtain certification through the Limited Instructional Certification Program.
  • Teacher of the Handicapped certificate or
  • Biology and Students with Disabilities certificates
• Holder of Certificates of Eligibility must complete the 50-hour pre-professional experience as required by the NJ Department of Education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effectively communicates and understands job instructions both verbally and written in the English language.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Atlantic City Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Aff
Candidates for employment who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to be tested for the usage of controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:35-2.