Foundation Academies · 2 months ago
Special Education Teacher (6-8) 2026-2027
Foundation Academy
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expFoundation Academies is an innovative school focused on building independence, ingenuity, empathy, and leadership through enrichment programming. The role involves planning and delivering differentiated lessons for scholars with diverse learning needs, while fostering a structured and inclusive classroom environment.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver standards-aligned, differentiated lessons that foster creativity, curiosity, and mastery for scholars with diverse learning needs
Provide engaging, individualized and small-group instruction designed to meet IEP and 504 goals while supporting academic, social-emotional, and self-advocacy growth
Create a structured, inclusive, and collaborative classroom environment that promotes respect, independence, and academic confidence
Model emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal skills, and effective communication to support positive classroom culture and behavior
Manage classroom materials and resources to ensure all scholars have equitable access to learning supports and tools
Evaluate scholar progress, provide constructive, growth-oriented feedback, and adjust instruction based on formative and summative data
Stay current with special education research, evidence-based interventions, instructional strategies, and inclusive practices through ongoing professional development
Demonstrate cultural responsiveness and ensure curriculum and materials reflect diverse identities and experiences
Collaborate with support teams, specialists, and families to coordinate services, interventions, and accommodations
Remain informed about Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS), Special Services, and legal compliance to ensure all scholars’ rights and needs are met
Participate in school and community engagement initiatives to strengthen partnerships and support scholar success
Participate in school and organization-wide events that strengthen family and community engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Must possess NJ certification in 5-8 Specialization or K-12 Specialization and Teacher of Students with Disabilities by start date
2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred
Must have a track record of measurable success and achievement
You are committed to living out our mission
Welcomes the challenge to grow, learn, and improve in a collaborative environment
Committed to our mission of preparing all scholars for college and embodying our core values
Committed to serving our scholar population in an anti-discriminatory learning environment
Benefits
Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
Windows-based laptop
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid school breaks aligned with the academic calendar.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage for you and your family.
Pension Plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF).
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution options.
Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
Ongoing Professional Development and access to coaching and leadership opportunities
Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture centered on collaboration, respect, and purpose
Company
Foundation Academies
We are Foundation Academies, a diverse K-12 learning community focused on academic growth and achievement.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Graig Weiss
Chief Executive Officer
Sheria McRae
Chief Executive Officer
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