Special Education Teacher (Pillar High School)

Special Education Teacher/ Pillar High School

Location: Livingston, NJ

Job Type: Full Time

Monday- Friday 8:15 am-3:15 pm, 12 months with paid recess

Salary: $70,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

ABOUT PILLAR CARE CONTINUUM:

Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence and participation in the community. Founded in 1953 to meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and their families, Pillar Care has steadily grown and now delivers life-affirming services to infants, children, adults and their families throughout northern New Jersey through 27 program locations. Pillar Care provides specialized programs to meet a wide range of educational, therapeutic, and social needs of people with various disabilities. The agency serves over 1,650 families each year and employs 700 full- and part-time employees.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are seeking a dedicated full-time Special Education Teacher for Pillar High School. The ideal candidate will work in a supportive, team-oriented environment, focusing on delivering individualized education and implementing high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of students with disabilities. Responsibilities include developing IEPs, utilizing assistive technology, differentiating instruction, and collaborating with staff, families, and service providers to ensure the success of each student and have their NJ Certification as Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped.

BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plan, 401k (Up to 4% Match), Term & Whole Life Insurance, Predetermined holidays (40 days), Paid Personal Time, Sick Days, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Access to Atlantic Federal Credit Union and NJM Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Secure Advantage (Financial Literacy), Discount for Local Childcare Program, ADP LifeMart, and Working Advantage (Employee Discounts & more!)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement a high-quality curriculum while differentiating instruction to meet the needs of each child's IEP
• Use a broad range of assistive technology to address the diverse instructional needs of students
• Work collaboratively with professional staff using a team-based approach
• Provide supervision, guidance, and assistance to classroom aides and one-to-one nurses
• Collaborate closely with families to support the students
• Is prepared and punctual for meetings, conferences, and trainings.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• BA/BS Degree or Higher in Special Education or Early Childhood Education
• NJ Certification as Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped.
• Minimum of 2 years teaching students with disabilities preferred.

To be considered for the role, all applicants must be willing to undergo the terms prior to employment:

• Must successfully complete a criminal background check and receive clearance from the Department of Human Services, confirming they are not disqualified, before beginning work with individuals served by the organization.
• Must consent to having their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
• Must submit to drug testing prior to their start date.
• Required to complete an application for a name check against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).
• Required to complete an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).

Pillar Care Continuum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Learn more about our schools here: Pillar Care | Special Needs Schools NJ (pillarnj.org)