Special Education Teacher - K-12

Honor Ridge Academy is seeking two (2) compassionate, dedicated, and dynamic Special Education Teachers for self-contained classrooms serving our students. Our private special education school serves students in grades K–12 with social, emotional and behavioral challenges in a highly structured, therapeutic educational environment.

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for designing and delivering individualized instruction while fostering a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment. The ideal candidate is committed to helping students achieve academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success through positive relationships, consistency, and evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.

Valid New Jersey Teacher Certification:

· Elementary School Teacher (K–6 or K–8) with a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD); or

· Teacher of the Handicapped (TOH) certification

· Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral needs is preferred

· Strong classroom management, communication, organizational, and collaboration skills

· Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

· Any multi-sensory reading instruction is a plus

Schedule

· Full-Time

· Monday through Friday

· Eleven1⁄2-Month Position (includes a 6-week ESY program)

· In-Person

At Honor Ridge Academy, we believe that our greatest strength is our people. We foster a collaborative, supportive, and respectful culture where teachers are valued as professionals and encouraged to grow. Our multidisciplinary team—including administrators, BCBAs, counselors, therapists, nurses, and instructional support staff—works together to provide students with individualized, therapeutic, and academically challenging programs. We are committed to creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive, celebrate successes, and make a meaningful difference every day.