Special Education Teacher - $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Special Education Teacher – South River, New Jersey

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is currently seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team in South River, New Jersey School District. ESS is a leading provider of school-based mental health services for K-12 students, serving over 6,000 students daily across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and West Coast regions. Our mission is to deliver high-acuity clinical care within public school settings, ensuring students receive the support they need without leaving their school community.

The successful candidate will possess a passion for supporting adolescents as they navigate social-emotional challenges within a nurturing therapeutic learning environment in their home school district.

About the Role

The Special Education Teacher will collaborate closely with a licensed therapist to support a small group of students exhibiting significant behavioral and emotional challenges. This role involves implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), managing classroom behaviors, and fostering a trauma-informed learning environment. The teacher will also work alongside a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to collect behavioral data and continuously develop effective behavior intervention strategies.

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for supporting the lessons from a reputable online platform, helping students access and engage with core academic content while addressing their individual learning and emotional needs.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional and Behavioral Support:

· Design and deliver individualized instruction for middle and high school students aligned with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and the student's IEP.

· Implement positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) to promote student engagement.

· Collaborate with the licensed therapist to integrate therapeutic strategies into daily instruction.

· Maintain a structured and supportive classroom environment conducive to learning.

· Support students in engaging with academic content delivered through an online platform, covering all traditional middle and high school subjects.

Collaboration and Communication:

· Participate in weekly consultation sessions with the licensed therapist and MHT to review student progress and adjust interventions as needed.

· Engage with parents, caregivers, and school staff to communicate student achievements and areas for growth.

· Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, providing insights on student performance and behavior.

Professional Development:

· Attend ESS-provided training sessions to stay current on best practices in special education and trauma-informed care.

· Engage in continuous learning opportunities to enhance instructional and behavioral management skills.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

· Valid New Jersey teaching certification in Special Education. Dually licensed teachers in Special Education and General Education, preferred.

· Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with students with emotional and behavioral disorders.

· Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation.

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

· Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Why Join Effective School Solutions?

· Be part of a mission-driven organization addressing the youth mental health crisis.

· Work within a collaborative team that values your expertise and contributions.

· Access to ongoing professional development and clinical supervision.

· Enjoy a school-based schedule with extensive time off aligned with the academic calendar.

· Competitive compensation and benefits package.

ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual

orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.     #HP