Anticipated Opening: Middle School Special Education English Language Arts Teacher

Job Summary Fort Lee Public Schools is seeking a Special Education English Language Arts Teacher for Lewis F. Cole Middle School to teach 7th and 8th grade students. Qualifications Must hold a New Jersey Teacher of English Language Arts 5–8 or K–12 English certificate, plus the Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) endorsement. Experience working with middle school students. Knowledge of special education practices, including development and implementation of IEPs. Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in English Language Arts. Ability to work in a collaborative environment as part of a team. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Working Conditions Full time, tenure track, 10‑month position, with benefits. Salary Range Based on the FLEA salary guide which ranges between $64,375 to $121,709, commensurate with experience. Position Start Date September 1, 2026, plus NTO. Application Procedure All interested candidates must apply online and upload all certifications, resume, letters of reference, praxis scores, and transcripts prior to the closing date of the posting. Do not mail these documents. After submission, you will receive an email confirmation. This is your confirmation; please do not call to inquire if received. Selection Procedure Candidates being considered for the position will be contacted by the hiring administrator to schedule an interview and demonstration lesson. Equal Opportunity Employer Fort Lee Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fort Lee Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Fort Lee Public Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non‑certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in completing a job application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Legal Notice Effective September 1, 2011, all employees of school districts must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under law. If you already work for the school district as of September 1, 2011, and you do not live in New Jersey, you are not required to move to New Jersey. However, if you begin your office, position or employment on September 1, 2011 or later, you must reside in New Jersey. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one year after the date you take your office, position or employment to relocate your residence to New Jersey. If you do not do so, you are subject to removal from your office, position or employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Flboe