In-School Special Education Suspension Teacher

Garfield Park Academy • Willingboro, NJ

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Garfield Park Academy is seeking a motivated full-time (10-month position) Special Education High School Teacher for a small, departmental classroom. Teachers are valued members of special education teams, which include teachers, aides, social workers, and therapists. These teams implement the evidence-based Teaching Family Model to support social and academic learning and healthy decision-making among students facing behavioral challenges and learning issues. Instructional staff at Garfield Park Academy are thoroughly trained and mentored in the Teaching Family Model.

Requirements

• New Jersey Teacher Certification in English, Math, Science, and/or History
• Bachelor's degree
• Teaching Certification

Nice To Haves

• New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) certification
• One year of teaching experience
• At least one year of Special Education teaching
• Special Education Certification

Responsibilities

• Providing individualized teaching strategies in accordance with each student's IEP and individual goals and objectives
• Implementing modifications and accommodations in the classroom and in testing/assessment situations
• Collecting and interpreting data to teach responsively
• Administering periodic assessments to determine present levels of performance
• Participating in school staff meetings and parent meetings
• Clearly and consistently communicating and collaborating with educational team members, school leaders and parents/guardians

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/dental/prescription benefits
• Pension plan
• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level