Interim Special Education Teacher

The Chesterfield Township School District, a high-achieving PK-6 district located in northwestern Burlington County, is seeking dynamic and motivated candidate to fill the following position:

Interim Special Education Teacher – Effective Immediately through December 21, 2025

Requirements & Qualifications

• NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped Certification
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of effective teaching methods
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of behavioral theory and/or experience with Behavior Management Systems
• Criminal history background check
• Proof of US citizenship or legal resident status

Responsibilities

Report to building Principal and/or Director of Special Services.

• Provide high-quality instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with each student's individualized education program (IEP) in the general education or resource setting, as assigned.
• Identify student needs, coordinate instructional activities, and cooperate with other professional staff members for service delivery.
• Develop lesson plans and organize appropriate instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain standards of classroom management and student behavior needed to achieve learning targets.
• Work to achieve State Core Curriculum Content standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning in the classroom using board-approved curricular tools and other appropriate learning activities.
• Set specific objectives for weekly lesson preparation and effectively carry out all objectives.
• Assess student academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction.
• Maintain records of each student's educational progress for reporting purposes.
• Consult with members of the Child Study Team (CST) regarding each student's educational program, academic program, and personal growth; complete required documentation for development of student IEPs; meet at least once annually with the case manager, parents, and other professional staff to review and revise the individualized education program and placement of each assigned student.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and to discuss student progress.
• Maintain professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities.
• Participate in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees, and other school system groups.
• Make effective use of community resources to enhance the instructional program.

Per Diem based on BA Step 1 -$59,265.00 or $296.32

Sick & Personal Days

Interested candidates - please send cover letter, resume, copy of certification, copy of college transcripts, and two professional references to employment@chesterfieldschool.com c/o Dr. Melissa Carlton, Supervisor of Special Services & Early Childhood Education. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.