Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) is a public school serving grades Kindergarten through 8th grades and open to all students who reside in the City of Perth Amboy. The school is free to all students and families and is a replication of the Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, a recipient of the 2016 Blue-Ribbon Award and other prestigious awards. The mission of the Middlesex County STEM Charter School is to provide rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math curricula in a diverse and nurturing environment to spark students' interest at an early age in STEM careers. Our mission is delivered through a meticulously engineered educational ecosystem, where we intentionally nurture our students' intellectual, social, and emotional growth, as set forth in our comprehensive vision statement.

Hiring for School Year 2026-2027 Special Education Teacher Responsibilities Include:

• Developing and implementing individualized education programs tailored to each student's unique needs.
• The ability to modify and differentiate the curriculum to ensure accessibility and engagement for all students.
• Work closely with general education teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze student progress and ensure that accommodations and modifications are effectively implemented
• Regularly assessing student progress, maintaining accurate records, and preparing progress reports to inform stakeholders of student development
• Establishing and maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters learning and personal growth
• Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and curriculum developments in special education.

Essential Duties:

• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication
• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies
• Classroom management skills
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
• Excellent organizational skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification in Special Education
• NJ Criminal History
• Work authorization in the U.S.
• Tuberculosis Test
• Experience is a plus.

Opportunities:

• A tenure track position
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost
• NJ pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary Starting: $65,000.00 per year