Urban K-12 Special Education Teacher: Impact & Growth

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

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students, support academic, emotional, and physical development, and maintain high expectations for growth.

You’ll collaborate with families, SPED teams, and general educators to ensure compliant IEPs and effective instruction. The role emphasizes inclusivity, Equity and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
• Academic expertise in Special Education, the Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study.
• Prior to start of employment, you must have a bachelor‘s degree from an accredited college or university; NJ certification eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum.
• Collaborate with families and Special Education teams on 504 and IEPs.
• Create an inclusive, safe environment where students become self-guided learners.
• Analyze student work and assessments to ensure IEP compliance.
• Gather data and write goals for annual IEP meetings.
• Teach pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1:1 instruction with differentiation.

Skills

Commitment to student development

Collaboration with partners

Self-directed learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students, support academic, emotional, and physical development, and maintain high expectations for growth.

You’ll collaborate with families, SPED teams, and general educators to ensure compliant IEPs and effective instruction. The role emphasizes inclusivity, Equity and ongoing professional development.