Special Education Teacher - MD Setting

• BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - MD SETTING Anticipated Vacancy - September 1, 202610-Month Position - Tenure Track

Salary

• In Accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement CERTIFICATIONValid NJ Teacher Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or Standard Certificate
• Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TSD) endorsement required POSITION SUMMARYThe Bordentown Regional School District invites applications for the anticipated position of Special Education Teacher in the Multiple Disabilities (MD) setting
• This position serves students with complex, overlapping disabilities that require intensive, individualized support across academic, functional, communication, and adaptive skill domains
• The MD teacher designs and delivers a highly individualized program in a self-contained setting, working as the central member of a multidisciplinary team that includes related service providers, paraprofessionals, families, and the Child Study Team
• The MD teacher ensures each student receives a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) consistent with their IEP, in full compliance with IDEA and NJAC 6A:14
• ABOUT BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTThe Bordentown Regional School District is a Pre-K-12 district in Burlington County, New Jersey, committed to academic excellence, community partnership, and the success of every student
• PRIMARY

Responsibilities

• Instructional

Responsibilities

• Design and implement highly individualized, functional, and standards-aligned instruction for students with multiple disabilities in a self-contained setting
• Develop and deliver programs addressing academic, functional, communication, self-care, and transition skill domains
• Use a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies including task analysis, systematic instruction, and errorless learning techniques
• Incorporate assistive technology, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and adaptive equipment into daily instruction
• Adapt and modify curriculum, materials, and assessments to reflect each student's present levels, learning modalities, and IEP goals
• Collect and analyze ongoing data to monitor student progress and inform instructional decision-making IEP & Compliance

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs, including annual goals, present levels, accommodations, and transition components as applicable
• Facilitate or participate in IEP meetings, annual reviews, and reevaluations in collaboration with the Child Study Team
• Maintain accurate, timely progress notes, service logs, and documentation required by state and federal law
• Communicate IEP accommodations and modifications to general education teachers and related service providers
• Ensure FAPE is provided in the most appropriate and least restrictive environment REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and NJAC 6A:14 as applied to students with complex, multiple disabilities
• Understanding of functional curriculum development and alternate assessment frameworks
• Experience with or knowledge of AAC systems, assistive technology, and adaptive equipment Ability to implement positive behavior support strategies and individualized behavioral interventions
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage caseload documentation, staff supervision Effective collaboration skills with families, multidisciplinary teams, and paraprofessional staff PREFERRED

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching in a self-contained MD or similar intensive special education setting in a public school
• Experience with alternate achievement standards and portfolio-based alternate assessment (e.g., DLM)Training in positive behavioral supports (PBS) or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI)Experience coordinating and supporting paraprofessional staff in a classroom setting Familiarity with transition planning, community-based instruction, and vocational skill development APPLICATION INFORMATIONInterested and qualified candidates should submit the following material to be considered for this position:Letter of Interest & current resume address to the Superintendent of Schools
• Copy of valid New Jersey teaching certificate of Certificate of Eligibility
• Three current professional references with contact information
• Completed BRSD employment application through Frontline Submit application material online via Frontline or to:Human Resources Office - Bordentown Regional School District318 Ward Ave, Bordentown, NJ 08505Phone: 609-298-0025 www.bordentown.k12.nj.us The Bordentown Regional School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law."Tradition Built & Future Focused"