Garfield Park Academy is seeking a motivated full-time (10-month position) Special Education Math 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: $37.00 - $40.00 per hour

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