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.
Special Education Teacher • Plainfield, NJ, US