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2616-Teacher of Students with Disabilities

CompanyFirst Children Services
LocationNorth Bergen
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 1, 2026
About The Company
First Children Services grew out of the First Children School in Fanwood, NJ. Joseph J. Hess, Jr, its president and owner since 2009, recognized the opportunity to begin providing educational, therapeutic and behavioral health services to children in the most natural settings possible. This may be at home, in the local school district, early intervention programs, hospitals, private schools and residential treatment facilities. First Children operates an approved private school serving children in grades PreK-high school in Fanwood, NJ, which was established in 1978 by Children’s Specialized Hospital and acquired by First Children in 2009. In addition, the organization operates a child care program at its site in Fanwood serving children from infancy through pre-kindergarten, a unique program that serves both children with and without challenges.
About the Role

                                                                                                                               



Teacher of Students with Disabilities
Full-Time | Exempt (Monday-Friday, 7:15 AM-2:15 PM) | Fall 2026
Location: North Hudson Academy, North Bergen, NJ
Salary Range: $61,000-$80,000 annually

Are you passionate about helping students learn, grow, and achieve their goals?

North Hudson Academy is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Students with Disabilities to join our team full time. This position supports students ages 3 through 21 in a New Jersey Department of Education-approved private special education school serving students from preschool through high school.

Our school provides individualized educational programs for students with diverse learning, behavioral, emotional, communication, and developmental needs, including students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

No two days are the same, and every day offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a student's life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement instructional programs and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for assigned students.
  • Support a positive, structured learning environment using school-wide behavioral and instructional practices.
  • Collaborate with related service providers, administrators, and support staff.
  • Coordinate classroom activities and schedules.
  • Maintain classroom materials, supplies, and instructional resources.
  • Complete required documentation and student records accurately and timely.
  • Prepare reports and communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and educational professionals.
  • Participate in school meetings, conferences, professional development, and in-service training activities.
  • Contribute to educational planning and program development.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Team

This role is part of the Instructional Team and reports directly to the School Principal.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
  • Valid New Jersey certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) or other appropriate New Jersey instructional certification for the assignment.
  • Elementary Education (K-6) certification preferred where applicable.
  • Must meet all licensure, endorsement, and assignment requirements established by the New Jersey Department of Education.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee discount programs
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee referral bonus program

Equal Employment Opportunity

North Hudson Academy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may request assistance.

Key Skills
Special educationIndividualized Education ProgramsInstructional designClassroom managementBehavioral interventionAutism spectrum disorder supportStudent assessmentCollaborationDocumentationCommunicationEducational planningLesson planning
Categories
EducationSocial Services
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid vacationPaid sick timeLife insuranceShort-term disability coverageLong-term disability coverageEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programs401(k) retirement planEmployee referral bonus program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The teacher will develop and implement individualized educational programs (IEPs) while maintaining a structured and positive learning environment. They will also collaborate with support staff and communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$61,000 - $80,000
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
225
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
35 hours
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