Preschool Educator for Children with Special Needs

2 weeks ago


Edison, New Jersey, United States NJID Full time

The New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) stands as one of the premier not-for-profit organizations in the nation, dedicated to delivering essential services to individuals with developmental and related disabilities. NJID provides specialized facilities, programs, and support throughout New Jersey. Join our committed team of over 500 professionals and make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

We are seeking a Preschool Educator for Children with Special Needs to engage with students aged 3-21 years who have developmental and related disabilities at our Lakeview School.

Key Responsibilities of a Preschool Educator for Children with Special Needs include:

  • Establishing suitable educational objectives and goals, along with teaching strategies tailored to assist each student's learning journey.
  • Designing and executing individualized, small group, and large group instructional activities while fostering appropriate social skills and self-help abilities.
  • Overseeing and guiding the activities of teaching assistants and aides within the classroom environment.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • New Jersey Department of Education certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped.
  • New Jersey Department of Education certification as an Elementary School Teacher K-5.
Position Information:

Location: Edison, Middlesex County

Weekly Hours: 35
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Employee Benefits:
  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance fully covered by the employer.
  • Vision coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • 403(b) retirement plan.
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.
NJID Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:
It is the policy of NJID to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, irrespective of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, military service liability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected category. We embrace diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment in all employment-related matters.

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