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Ridgewood Public Schools

Elementary Special Education Teacher - Leave Replacement

Ridgewood Public Schools, Ridgewood, New Jersey, us, 07450

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Position Summary:

Ridgewood Public Schools is seeking a Special Education teacher at Hawes Elementary School. The ideal candidate will:

Have experience and be well-versed in the instruction of reading and writing using multisensory instructional approaches (structured literacy certification preferred)

Be skilled in strategic instruction

Possess behavior management training and skills

Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills

Demonstrate independent initiative with his/her professional growth

Working Conditions:

Full-time, temporary position and medical benefits. Salary is $68,151.

Start Date:

February 18, 2026

End Date:

June 30, 2026

Application Procedure:

Please do not mail, email, or bring resumes to the district HR office or any of our schools. Unsolicited paper documents will be discarded.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diverse applicants.

Other Requirements:

New Jersey Elementary Teacher Certification

New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped Certification

Must have experience and be well-versed in special instruction

Experience working in both inclusion and resource settings and working with special education students in grades K-5

Must be skilled in strategic instruction

Knowledgeable about progress monitoring of goals and objectives, writing PLAAFPs, and overall IEP compliance

Skilled in strategic instruction in the NJ Student Learning Standards

Knowledge of multi-sensory instructional strategies (structured literacy certification is preferred)

Must demonstrate independent initiative for professional growth

Must be able to effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and administrators both verbally and in writing

Must be able to work collaboratively and have experience maintaining harmonious relationships with students, colleagues and parents.

Senior level: Entry level

Employment type: Temporary

Job function: Education and Training

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