K–2 Resource Special Education Teacher

• Thrive Charter School is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and student-centered K-2 Resource Special Education Teacher to join our instructional team
• The ideal candidate will provide targeted academic and behavioral support to early elementary students with disabilities in a resource room setting, ensuring access to grade-level curriculum and individualized learning goals.Position Overview
• The K-2 Resource Special Education Teacher will support students with IEPs through individualized and small-group instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics, as well as social-emotional and behavioral development
• This role is essential in helping young learners build foundational academic skills while fostering confidence, independence, and a love of learning

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction in a resource room setting for students in grades K-2Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with fidelity
• Deliver differentiated, research-based instruction in reading, writing, and math
• Support students with developing social, emotional, and behavioral skills
• Collect and analyze student data to guide instruction and monitor progress
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and access to curriculum
• Participate in IEP meetings, progress monitoring, and parent communication
• Develop and maintain instructional materials aligned to student needs
• Support positive behavior interventions and classroom management strategies
• Work collaboratively with related service providers (speech, OT, PT, counseling)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field (required)NJDOE certification in Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) and/or Early Childhood Special Education certification (required or eligible)Experience working with early elementary students preferred
• Strong understanding of early literacy and numeracy development
• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and progress monitoring
• Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills
• Preferred

Qualifications

• Experience in a resource room or inclusion setting
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs and behaviors
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with families and staff
• Compensation &

Benefits

• $62,000/yr
• Health, dental, and retirement

Benefits

• (as applicable)Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative school environment focused on student growth