Grades 6–8 Resource Special Education Teacher

• Thrive Charter School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and highly skilled Resource Special Education Teacher for Grades 6-8 to join our instructional team
• The ideal candidate will support students with disabilities by providing targeted instruction, intervention, and academic support to ensure access to grade-level curriculum and success in middle school
• Position Overview
• The Grades 6-8 Resource Special Education Teacher will work with students who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), delivering small-group and individualized instruction in academic areas such as reading, writing, math, and study skills
• This role also supports students' social-emotional development, organization, and self-advocacy skills as they transition through middle school

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction in a resource room setting for students in grades 6-8Implement, monitor, and document Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with fidelity
• Deliver differentiated, evidence-based instruction in reading, writing, math, and study skills
• Support students with executive functioning, organization, and self-advocacy 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, evaluations, and parent/guardian communication
• Develop and adapt instructional materials based on student needs
• Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies
• Work closely with related service providers (speech, OT, PT, counseling, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field (required)NJDOE certification in Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) and/or Middle School Special Education certification (required or eligible)Experience working with middle school students preferred
• Strong understanding of academic intervention strategies in reading, writing, and math
• Knowledge of IEP development, compliance

Requirements

• , and progress monitoring
• Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills
• Preferred

Qualifications

• Experience in a resource room or inclusion setting at the middle school level
• Training in structured literacy or other evidence-based intervention programs
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs
• 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 and success