Fedcap Group
The Fedcap School is an accredited private school in West Orange, New Jersey, dedicated to helping students ages 13-21 classified with cognitive, multiple, or behavioral disabilities succeed and thrive into adulthood. Through individualized and group instruction, our students flourish through our comprehensive academic curriculum and behavior modification program. We provide equal access to educational opportunities that enhance a student’s decision‑making, problem‑solving and social skills, improving their quality of life—both in school and after graduation.
JOB PURPOSE Resource Teachers have varied responsibilities; all focused on providing individualized help to students. They create personalized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s unique needs, guiding their learning journey. Collaborating closely with classroom teachers, they adapt lessons and materials, ensuring they are accessible to all students, regardless of their learning styles.
Additionally, Resource Teachers offer specialized instruction, addressing specific challenges in subjects like reading or math. They provide emotional support, creating a positive learning atmosphere. Acting as advocates, they ensure equal access to resources. In essence, Resource Teachers play a vital role in teaching and empowering students to succeed.
***They will service either Science/Math or English/Social Studies students.
JOB SUMMARY Resource Teacher Responsibilities & Duties
Develop and implement individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student learning and provide differentiated instruction.
Assess and evaluate student progress, keeping accurate records and providing regular updates to parents and guardians.
Provide one‑on‑one and small group instruction to students.
Participate in IEP meetings and other relevant meetings with parents, teachers, and school administrators.
Support the integration of technology into the classroom to enhance student learning.
Stay up‑to‑date with developments in education and best practices for working with students with diverse needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist individual or small groups of students reinforcing instruction in basic academic subjects; confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs; oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects.
Assist students in completing classroom assignments, applications, homework and projects in various academic subjects; work independently with students in an ISS classroom; proctor, administer tests or assessments.
Contributes to organization success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team results.
QUALIFICATIONS: Resource Teacher Qualifications & Skills
Master's degree in Special Education or a related field
Experience working with students with a variety of special needs
Strong knowledge of IEP development and implementation
Proficiency in assistive technology and adaptive educational tools
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a multi‑disciplinary team
Effective communication skills with students, parents, and staff
Familiarity with educational software and learning management systems
Bachelor’s degree in education, Special Education, or related field
State certification as a Resource Teacher
3+ years of experience in a Resource Teacher role
Proven track record of positively impacting student outcomes
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and parents
Passion for helping students with diverse learning needs reach their full potential
Special Schedule Normal business hours: At times, must be willing to work in beyond normal business hours as needed by operational needs and event schedules.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF Adolescence guidance principles, practices and teen behavior characteristics, especially as they relate to students with special learning needs, emotional and behavior disorders. Basic methods of individual and group supervision. Basic subjects taught in local schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, vocabulary, science and reading. Basic instructional methods and techniques. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, reading and writing skills. Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct. Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software. General behavior and crisis management techniques.
Other Demonstrable knowledge of and commitment to the mission, vision and goals of The Fedcap Group and execution of relevant policies and procedures.
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JOB PURPOSE Resource Teachers have varied responsibilities; all focused on providing individualized help to students. They create personalized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s unique needs, guiding their learning journey. Collaborating closely with classroom teachers, they adapt lessons and materials, ensuring they are accessible to all students, regardless of their learning styles.
Additionally, Resource Teachers offer specialized instruction, addressing specific challenges in subjects like reading or math. They provide emotional support, creating a positive learning atmosphere. Acting as advocates, they ensure equal access to resources. In essence, Resource Teachers play a vital role in teaching and empowering students to succeed.
***They will service either Science/Math or English/Social Studies students.
JOB SUMMARY Resource Teacher Responsibilities & Duties
Develop and implement individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student learning and provide differentiated instruction.
Assess and evaluate student progress, keeping accurate records and providing regular updates to parents and guardians.
Provide one‑on‑one and small group instruction to students.
Participate in IEP meetings and other relevant meetings with parents, teachers, and school administrators.
Support the integration of technology into the classroom to enhance student learning.
Stay up‑to‑date with developments in education and best practices for working with students with diverse needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist individual or small groups of students reinforcing instruction in basic academic subjects; confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs; oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects.
Assist students in completing classroom assignments, applications, homework and projects in various academic subjects; work independently with students in an ISS classroom; proctor, administer tests or assessments.
Contributes to organization success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team results.
QUALIFICATIONS: Resource Teacher Qualifications & Skills
Master's degree in Special Education or a related field
Experience working with students with a variety of special needs
Strong knowledge of IEP development and implementation
Proficiency in assistive technology and adaptive educational tools
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a multi‑disciplinary team
Effective communication skills with students, parents, and staff
Familiarity with educational software and learning management systems
Bachelor’s degree in education, Special Education, or related field
State certification as a Resource Teacher
3+ years of experience in a Resource Teacher role
Proven track record of positively impacting student outcomes
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and parents
Passion for helping students with diverse learning needs reach their full potential
Special Schedule Normal business hours: At times, must be willing to work in beyond normal business hours as needed by operational needs and event schedules.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF Adolescence guidance principles, practices and teen behavior characteristics, especially as they relate to students with special learning needs, emotional and behavior disorders. Basic methods of individual and group supervision. Basic subjects taught in local schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, vocabulary, science and reading. Basic instructional methods and techniques. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, reading and writing skills. Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct. Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software. General behavior and crisis management techniques.
Other Demonstrable knowledge of and commitment to the mission, vision and goals of The Fedcap Group and execution of relevant policies and procedures.
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