Special Education High School Science Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Garfield Park Academy is seeking a motivated full-time (10-month position) Special Education High School Science Teacher in a small, departmental classroom. Here, classroom teachers are valued members of our special education teams that include teachers, aides, social workers, and therapists. Together, they implement the evidence-based Teaching Family Model to support meaningful social and academic learning and healthy decision-making among students with behavioral challenges and learning issues. Please visit our website at https : / / garfieldparkacademy.org to learn more about school and programs.

Position requirements include :

• New Jersey Teacher Certification in English, Math, Science, and / or History.
• New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) certification is preferred. One year of teaching experience is preferred.
• At least one year of Special Education teaching is preferred.

Garfield Park Academy instructional staff are thoroughly trained and mentored in the Teaching Family Model. High School Teacher responsibilities include : providing individualized teaching strategies in accordance with each student's IEP and individual goals and objectives; implementing modifications and accommodations in the classroom and in testing / assessment situations; collecting and interpreting data to teach responsively; administering periodic assessments to determine present levels of performance; participating in school staff meetings and parent meetings and clearly and consistently communicating and collaborating with educational team members, school leaders and parents / guardians.

Benefits include tuition reimbursement, medical / dental / prescription benefits, and pension plan.

Garfield Park Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $60,000- $65,000 / annually

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Education :

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience :

Teaching : 1 year (Preferred)

Special Education : 1 year (Preferred)

License / Certification :

Teaching Certification (Required)

Special Education Certification (Preferred)

Work Location : In person