Special Education Teacher -dual certification preferred

Nutley Public Schools • Nutley, NJ

152d

About The Position

Teaching staff members will instruct children in their charge in accordance with the curriculum and program of study adopted by the Board of Education. It is the teacher's role to ensure student learning by engaging students with authentic challenges that allow for assessment that measures growth and informs future instruction.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or University.
• Appropriate teaching certificate.
• Preferred dual certified in Special Education and either ELA, Mathematics, or Science.

Responsibilities

• Follows Individualized Education Plans, sets goals for each student, and differentiates instruction.
• Upholds and enforces school, administrative, board and state rules, regulations and policies.
• Implements the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assumes responsibility for condition of assigned room(s) and for equipment and materials issued for his/her use.
• Communicates with parents and school personnel as necessary to discuss pupil progress under direction of the building principal.
• Maintains required records, completes reports, and handles other routine assignments in an appropriate and punctual manner.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs as assigned.
• Maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive school and classroom environment.
• Develops lesson plans and assists in the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials to adapt to the curriculum.
• Maintains professional development through participation in such activities as in-service education, workshops, and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Attends school-related night activities when necessary and according to school policy.
• Maintains a safe school environment.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve learning, social, and attitude problems.
• Promotes satisfactory pupil progress and growth toward curriculum objectives.
• Groups students for instructional purposes or activities so as to enhance pupil performance and provide for individual needs.
• Performs other duties or responsibilities assigned by the building principal or central office administrators.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees