Special Education Teacher

Educational Services Commission of New Jersey • Piscataway, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Piscataway Regional Day School is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a ten (10) month position. This role involves providing instructional services to students with Autism and/or Multiple Disabilities, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles. The teacher will be responsible for assessing student needs, developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), monitoring student progress, and communicating with parents, guardians, and other stakeholders. The position requires creating a positive and effective learning environment, adhering to district policies, and maintaining professional competence.

Requirements

• Classroom experience with students with Autism and/or Multiple Disabilities using Applied Behavior Analysis.
• DOE TOSD/TOH Certificate.
• New Jersey State Department of Education Certification.
• Other qualifications the Board may find appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• ABA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional services to assigned students, including analysis and assessment of student needs.
• Schedule assigned students.
• Develop and implement individual student educational plans (IEPs).
• Prepare written student progress reports as required.
• Provide parent/guardian conferences as needed.
• Coordinate and communicate student progress to program administrators, nonpublic school administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, and sending resident district staff.
• Demonstrate a variety of teaching strategies in relation to student learning styles.
• Establish and maintain positive rapport and management in the classroom to enhance student behavior according to district policy and existing laws.
• Maintain professional competence, confidentiality, and demonstrate a willingness to improve performance.
• Participate in curricula programs to enhance student learning.
• Perform duties in accordance with administrative directives, procedures, regulations, and Board Policies.
• Adapt to changing teaching assignment locations based on the yearly referral system and legal mandates.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.
• Planning and preparation.
• Performance and student management.
• Student progress and evaluation.
• Professional qualities and practices.
• Perform other duties, commitment with district goals as required.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits
• Prescription Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Pension system enrollment varies by position and certification.
• Sick Days
• Personal Days
• Bereavement Days

What This Job Offers

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