What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher - ERI Classroom - Somerville School position at Ridgewood Public Schools?
Position: Special Education Teacher - ERI Classroom - Somerville School
Position Overview: Ridgewood Public Schools is seeking a Special Education teacher at Somerville Elementary School. The ideal candidate will:
Equal Opportunity Statement: The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diverse applicants.
Other Requirements
Position Overview: Ridgewood Public Schools is seeking a Special Education teacher at Somerville Elementary School. The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience and be well-versed in the instruction of reading and writing using multisensory instructional approaches ( structured literacy certification preferred )
- Be skilled in strategic instruction
- Possess behavior management training and skills
- Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate independent initiative with his/her professional growth
- Full-time, permanent position, medical benefits and pension. Salary range is $70,062-$125,242, commensurate with education and experience as per negotiated contract.
- Start Date: August 26, 2026 End Date: June 30, 2027. Plus 3 days New Teacher Orientation in August.
Equal Opportunity Statement: The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diverse applicants.
Other Requirements
- New Jersey Elementary Teacher Certification
- New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped Certification
- Must have experience and be well versed in special instruction
- Experience working in both inclusion and resource settings and working with special education students in grades K-5
- Must be skilled in strategic instruction
- Knowledgeable about progress monitoring of goals and objectives, writing PLAAFPs, and overall IEP compliance
- Skilled in strategic instruction in the NJ Student Learning Standards
- Knowledge of multi-sensory instructional strategies (structured literacy certification is preferred)
- Must demonstrate independent initiative for professional growth
- Must be able to effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and administrators both verbally and in writing
- Must be able to work collaboratively and have experience maintaining harmonious relationships with students, colleagues and parents.
Salary : $70,062 - $125,242