id='p4533_'>Preschool ABA Teacher (ECC) JobID: 4533
Position Type:
Special Education/Preschool Teacher
Date Posted:
7/20/2026
Location:
Preakness School
Date Available:
09/01/2026
Closing Date:
07/30/2026
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WAYNE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Wayne, New Jersey
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: B-001 - Elementary/Secondary Teacher
ABA experience
Discrete trial teaching experience
Strong data collection skills
Experience with preschoolers
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- A teacher must be fully certified according to the requirements set forth by the Department of Education of the State of New Jersey.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
JOB GOAL: Under the guidance of the Building Principal, ensures that the District's standards for student instruction and curriculum content is followed, consistent with the student population to which the teacher is assigned.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and Preparation
- Maintains lesson plans as required
- Plans and implements an instructional program within the classroom in a manner consistent with policies, curriculum, and resources approved by the Wayne Board of Education and aligned to NJ state standards and mandates
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that provide appropriate instructional strategies in order to reach all students
- Plan activities and lessons that are age-appropriate and meet the needs, interests, and ability levels of all students
- Plans with flexibility to meet the varying needs of all students
- Ensures all requirements indicated in a student's IEP are followed and incorporated
- Maintains accurate and timely records of student progress
Instruction and Assessment
- Plans and implements a quality instructional program within the classroom in a manner consistent with policies and curriculum approved by the Wayne Board of Education and aligned to NJ State Standards and mandates
- Differentiates for instructional purposes to enhance pupil performance and provide for individual needs
- Maintains standard of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive school and classroom environment
- Guides the learning process towards the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives in accordance with the District's philosophy of education
- Effectively utilizes available technologies
- Continually assesses student progress using formative and summative assessments and provides progress reports as required
- Uses data to inform appropriate, engaging instruction
- Maintains accurate student records, and collects data regarding student progress and interventions
- Utilizes class time effectively
- As directed by the building Principal or Central Office administration, administers standardized testing in accordance with District policy and/or applicable law
Classroom Environment
- Organizes and maintains a pleasant and stimulating classroom environment for learning which provides for individual differences
- Implements all district policies
- Creates an environment of respect and rapport, establishing a culture for learning
Professional Responsibilities
- Meets deadlines and handles other routine assignments in a punctual manner
- Attends staff meetings, in-service training sessions and curriculum development meetings as provided by the District
- Is punctual and maintains regular in attendance at school and at scheduled school meetings
- On a regular basis, reports and interprets to the student and their parent/guardian the student's academic progress and achievement
- After implementing interventions and collecting and documenting specific student data, refers the students with behavioral, physical or learning disabilities to the District's specialists as required and appropriate
- Communicates with appropriate school personnel regarding pupil instructional needs and progress
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to plan lessons and meet the needs of all students
- Achieves and maintains proficiency in District computer programs and applications pertinent to support the position
- Keeps informed and follow all school and district policies and procedures
- Strives to enhance professional knowledge through professional reading, participation in workshops, and staff development offerings
- Completes all state and district mandated trainings and other professional development requirements annually
- Maintains confidentiality about students in accordance with state and federal law, as well as district policy
- Performs other duties or responsibilities assigned by the building administrator or Central Office administration
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education.
ANNUAL EVALUATION:
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on the evaluation of non-certificated staff.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and
functions of the job.
Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
- Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
- Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
- Speak and hear.
- Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
- Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or
Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
- Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive.
- Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses
- Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions
- Exposure to heated/air conditioned and ventilated facilities
- Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or
operation of equipment
- Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times
BOARD APPROVAL DATE: H-16-08
REVISED: 9/17/15
REVISED: Board Approval Date: 1/17/25 M-11
SALARY:
In accordance with WEA Collective Bargaining Agreement
The link is available on the Wayne Township Public Schools website under District Info.
BENEFITS:
Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision