Special Education Teacher Jobs in Englishtown, NJ

A Special Education Teacher in the elementary education industry provides specialized instruction designed to meet the unique learning needs of students with various disabilities. They create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that outline the student's specific learning needs and the goals they are to reach. These educators also adapt lessons to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, can comprehend and engage with the curriculum. They work closely with parents, school administrators, and other teachers to monitor the student's progress and adjust the teaching methods and IEPs as needed. They also foster an inclusive environment that respects differences and promotes understanding among students.

Important skills for a Special Education Teacher include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and understand students with special needs. They should have a deep understanding of different learning disabilities and know how to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs. Certifications required may vary by location, but typically, they should have a bachelor's degree in special education, child psychology, or a related field. Many states also require licensing or certification in special education. Before becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teacher Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or an Inclusion Support Facilitator to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Self-Contained Special Education Teacher

  • Whiting, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Whiting, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Information: Show/Hide Title: Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained) Qualifications: Holds, or is eligible for, a New Jersey Instructional Certificate, with the appropriate teaching endorsement...

Anticipated High School Special Education Teacher

  • Metuchen, NJ (18 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (18 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Special Education Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Metuchen High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Anticipated Metuchen High School Special Education Teacher for the...

Preschool Special Education Teacher

  • Metuchen, NJ (18 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (18 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Special Education Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Moss Elementary School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Moss Preschool Special Education Teacher for the 25-26 school year...

Anticipated Vacancy 2025-2026 School Year Grade 3 Special Education Teacher Tenure Track Position

  • Red Bank, NJ (16 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Red Bank, NJ (16 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: District/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Red Bank Primary School Date Available: September 2025 Closing Date: 06/18/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide Anticipated...

Special Education Teacher

  • Plainfield, NJ (23 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (23 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Special Education Teacher JobID: 2033 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Roosevelt Elementary School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date...

Teacher of Special Education/Math

  • Allentown, NJ (13 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Allentown, NJ (13 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Education/Math Allentown High School is seeking a full-time Special Education/Math educator to join our highly collaborative, strong, and supportive special education department....

Special Education Teacher - ONE YEAR LEAVE REPLACEMENT

  • Oakhurst, NJ (17 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakhurst, NJ (17 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Township of Ocean High School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: 06/20/2025   Additional...

Teacher of Special Education - ICS/RC Grade 5 (179)

  • Monroe, NJ (4 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Monroe, NJ (4 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The special education teacher would co-teach collaboratively with the regular education teacher to provide in-class support for identified classified students and provide replacement resource center...

Anticipated Middle School Special Education Teacher - Tenure Track

  • Green Brook, NJ (23 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Green Brook, NJ (23 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

group instruction....

Preschool Special Education Teacher

  • Lakewood, NJ (16 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ (16 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Preschool Special Education Teacher JobID: 420 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Preschool Teacher Date Posted: 6/10/2025 Location: Lakewood Early Childhood Center Closing...

Teacher of Special Education - Life Skills

  • Ewing, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ewing, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

New Jersey Department of Education Teacher of the Handicapped or Special Education and co-certificate are required....

Teacher of Special Education -Math or Science

  • Ewing, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ewing, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Education-Math or Science New Jersey Department of Education Teacher of the Handicapped or Special Education and co-certificate are required....

Special Education - Teacher of the Deaf

  • Toms River, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (22 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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Education Date Posted: 5/22/2025 Location: Freehold Regional High School District ANTICIPATED - Teacher of Special Education / Biological Science - Tenure Track - 2025-2026 School Year Candidate must...

Special Education Teacher- High School Language Arts

  • West Windsor, NJ (13 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Windsor, NJ (13 miles from Englishtown, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Department: Special Services Reports To: Principal or Special Education Supervisor Salary Guide: WWPEA; 10-month position Position Summary: Develop skills, concepts...

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Englishtown, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Special Education Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Englishtown, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
High School or GED
2.2%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%


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