Urban K-12 Special Education Teacher for Impact & Growth

Uncommon Schools; Riverside Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey is hiring a Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with disabilities. You will advocate for students, providing academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will work with families and SPED teams to implement IEPs and 504 plans, differentiate instruction, and monitor progress. This urban classroom role emphasizes inclusive learning and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• Self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum with 504/IEP accommodations.
• Collaborate with families and SPED teams to develop 504 plans and IEPs.
• Analyze student work and assessments to ensure IEP compliance and progress; write goals for annual reviews.
• Differentiate instruction with pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1:1 supports.

Skills

Commitment to student development

Collaboration with partners

Self-directed learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey is hiring a Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with disabilities. You will advocate for students, providing academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will work with families and SPED teams to implement IEPs and 504 plans, differentiate instruction, and monitor progress. This urban classroom role emphasizes inclusive learning and ongoing professional development.