Teacher Special Education/ERI

Paterson Public School District • Paterson, NJ

7h • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching students with special needs, requiring the ability to modify curriculum, provide individualized instruction based on IEP goals, and foster a positive classroom environment. The role also emphasizes collaboration with colleagues and administrators, data analysis for instructional improvement, and effective communication with various stakeholders. Knowledge of New Jersey state standards and assessments is essential.

Requirements

• Must hold appropriate New Jersey instructional certificate for the position and a Students with Disabilities Certification or Teacher of the Handicapped Certification.
• Experience working with students with special needs.
• Ability to modify curriculum and provide individualized instruction based upon IEP goals and objectives.
• Ability to motivate and work in teams to achieve academic expectations.
• Able to work collaboratively with school leaders and school staff to collect, analyze, and use data to continuously modify the instructional program.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, parents, administrators, and the community.
• Ability to provide a nurturing, supportive and positive classroom climate that encourages student responsibility, using positive motivation, clear classroom routines and effective classroom management skills.
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA.
• Must be a critical thinker, problem solver, and respect others.
• Must be computer literate and able to use interactive computer instructional software.
• Excellent classroom management.

Nice To Haves

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Modify curriculum and provide individualized instruction based upon IEP goals and objectives.
• Motivate and work in teams to achieve academic expectations.
• Work collaboratively with school leaders and school staff to collect, analyze, and use data to continuously modify the instructional program.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, parents, administrators, and the community.
• Provide a nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom climate that encourages student responsibility, using positive motivation, clear classroom routines, and effective classroom management skills.
• Utilize knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Manage classrooms effectively.

What This Job Offers

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