Special Education Teacher PreK12

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Teacher – 2025–2026 School Year

Location : Plainfield, NJ 07060

Type : Full-Time | W2 Position

Salary : $63,500 – $72,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits

Are you a mission-driven educator who believes all students can achieve at high levels with the right support? Focused Staffing Group is seeking skilled Special Education Teachers who are committed to providing exceptional instruction and individualized support to learners across grade levels. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive school community for the 2025–2026 school year.

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and highly effective Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs from PreK–12 . In this role, you will design and deliver individualized instruction, develop IEPs aligned to student goals, and collaborate closely with general education teachers, related service providers, and families. You will help create a learning environment that is structured, supportive, and inclusive—one where every student has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities Include :

Developing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

Providing differentiated instruction based on student needs

Supporting students in both inclusive and self-contained settings

Collaborating with teachers, parents, case managers, and support staff

Using data to track progress and adjust instruction accordingly

Maintaining strong communication and documentation

Creating a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related field (Master’s preferred)

Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate with Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) endorsement, or eligibility

3–5 years of experience working with students with disabilities preferred

Strong understanding of IEP development, accommodations, and modifications

Experience with inclusive, resource, and self-contained classroom models

Proficiency with Google Workspace and digital learning tools

Successful completion of required criminal history background check

Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency

Why Join Us?

Focused Staffing Group partners with supportive, mission-driven schools that value collaboration, professional growth, and student-centered teaching. You will be part of a community that recognizes your expertise and provides you with the tools needed to make a meaningful impact.