Special Education Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

A Special Education Teacher in secondary education is responsible for instructing and guiding students who have varying types of disabilities. These disabilities can be either physical, mental, emotional, or learning-related. These teachers are required to work alongside general education teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. They deliver lessons that are suitable for the abilities of all their students, while also assessing and reporting their progress to parents and relevant school officials.

Special Education Teachers should possess strong interpersonal skills, patience, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the special needs of their students. They should have a bachelor's degree in special education, and in many cases, they need to acquire a master's degree in special education. Furthermore, they need to be certified by the state where they intend to practice. Prior to becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person might have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or a General Education Teacher to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs...

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) Manalapan Township, New Jersey

  • Manalapan, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Manalapan, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) | Manalapan Township, New Jersey Manalapan Township, NJ Today CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Special Education Teacher Full-Time...

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) East Brunswick, New Jersey

  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) | East Brunswick, New Jersey East Brunswick, NJ Today CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Special Education Teacher Full-Time Position...

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) Hillsborough Township, New Jersey

  • Hillsborough, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) | Hillsborough Township, New Jersey Hillsborough Township, NJ Today CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Special Education Teacher...

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) Middletown Township, New Jersey

  • Middletown, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) | Middletown Township, New Jersey Middletown Township, NJ Today CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Special Education Teacher Full-Time...

Special Ed Teacher Needed ASAP Interviewing Now

  • South Amboy, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • South Amboy, NJ
  • 2 days ago

South Amboy, NJ Today CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Special Education Teacher Needed in South Amboy, New Jersey Soliant is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher...

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) Woodbridge Township, New Jersey

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Special Education Teacher Position (SPED) | Woodbridge Township, New Jersey Woodbridge Township, NJ Today CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Special Education Teacher Full-Time...

Elementary Special Education Teacher - Anticipated Opening - Glen Rock School District JobID: 1089 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Date Posted: 3/19/2025 Location: Elementary...

Special Education Teacher - High School

  • Bernardsville, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bernardsville, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Special Education Teacher - High School JobID: 710 Position Type: High School Teaching/Special Education Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Bernards High School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date...

2025-2026 Anticipated Opening: High School Special Education Teacher

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 days ago

2025-2026 Anticipated Opening: High School Special Education Teacher JobID: 3222 Position Type: 2025-2026 Openings/High School Date Posted: 3/19/2025 Location: High School Date Available: 09/01/2025...

Position Type: District/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Red Bank Primary School Date Available: September 2025 Closing Date: 04/30/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide Anticipated...

High School Special Education Science Teacher

  • Pine Hill, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Pine Hill, NJ
  • 2 days ago

The Pine Hill Board of Education announces the following vacancy: High School Special Education Science Teacher Position Available: 2025 - 2026 School Year The successful candidate should possess a...

Special Education Teacher

  • Merchantville, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Merchantville, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Education Teacher certificate1+ years teaching experience with special needs kids.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plan curriculum, lessons, and special education programs and teaching methods...

Elementary Special Education Teacher LLD Classroom ~ Leave Replacement JobID: 262 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Special Education Teacher for LLD Classroom Date Posted: 3/18/2025...

Special Education Teacher Of Mathematics

  • Lodi, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Lodi, NJ
  • 4 days ago

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS JobID: 452 Position Type: High School Teaching/Teacher - Special Education Date Posted: 3/18/2025 Location: Lodi High School   ANTICIPATED OPENING: SPECIAL...

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in New Jersey offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.2%
Bachelor's Degree
26.6%
Doctorate Degree
16.7%
High School or GED
5.3%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some High School
0.5%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Special Education Teachers in New Jersey
Less than 1 year
36.6%
1-2 years
31.3%
None
15.0%
2-4 years
13.2%
4-6 years
3.8%


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