Special Education Teachers

This is a general posting for positions throughout the school district in all grade levels and settings. Your résumé will be shared for positions that align with your endorsement area(s). Special Education Teacher Are you ready to join a team of exceptional certified educators at Paterson Public Schools – the third largest school district in New Jersey? We are looking for teachers who are experts in their content area, are committed to improving student achievement, and will bring enthusiasm to the classroom. To be considered for an interview, please apply! We are seeking highly motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic educators for the 2025-26 school year. Certified Special Education Positions include various grade levels and content areas, as well as different settings, such as Resource, LLD, SLD, Cog Mod, etc. Certification areas of need include (but are not limited to): Mathematics (Middle School or K‑12) Science (High School) Elementary (K‑6 or P‑3) Qualifications: Must hold an 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 For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page. Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable Pending budget availability All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­mmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Anova Education