Special Education Teacher - Autism Program JobID: 1767
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Special Education-Autism
Date Posted:
5/7/2026
Location:
Bordentown Regional School District
Date Available:
09/01/2026
Closing Date:
Until filled
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BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - AUTISM PROGRAM
Anticipated Vacancy - September 1, 2026
10-Month Position - Tenure Track
Salary: In Accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement
CERTIFICATION
Valid NJ Teacher Cerificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or Standard Certificate
Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TSD) endorsement required
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) endorsement preferred
POSITION SUMMARY
The Bordentown Regional School District invites applications for the anticipated position of Special Education Teacher in the Autism Program. This position provides structured, individualized educational programming for students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a self-contained or specialized setting. The Autism Program teacher designs instruction grounded in evidence-based practices for ASD, including applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles, structured teaching methodologies, and social-emotional learning frameworks. The teacher collaborates with Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), related service providers, paraprofessionals, and families to implement comprehensive IEPs and support each student's communication, social, behavioral, and academic development in accordance with IDEA and NJAC 6A:14.
ABOUT BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
The 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 delivers sturctured, individualized instruction for students with ASD using evidence-based methodologies including discrete trial training (DTT), naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions (NDBIs), and structured teaching (TEACCH)
Develop and implement programs addressing communication, social skills, academic achievement, adaptive behavior, and independent functioning
Integrate AAC systems, visual supports, and assistive technology into daily instruction as specified in student IEPs
Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) developed in collaboration with the assigned BCBA
Collect precise behavioral and academic data daily; use data to evaluate program effectiveness and guide instructional adjustments
IEP & Compliance Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive IEPs addressing all areas of need including communication, behavior, academics, social skills, and transition
Facilitate and participate in IEP meetings, annual reviews, and reevaluations with the Child Study Team and families
Ensure all IEP documentation, progress reports, and service logs are accurate and completed on required timelines
Ensure FAPE is delivered in the most appropriate and least restrictive environment consistent with each IEP
Behavioral & Collaborative Responsibilities
Partner with the BCBA to develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior support plans
Supervise and provide daily direction to paraprofessionals in the implementation of instructional programs
Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to deliver integrated, student-centered programming
Maintain transparent, consistent communication with families regarding student progress, program implementation, and home-school consistency strategies
Participate in transition planning for students of transition age, with focus on functional independence, vocational skills, and community integration
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of ASD characteristics, evidence-based practices, and the New Jersey ASD frameworks
Familiarity with ABA including reinforcement, prompting hierarchies, data collection, and behavior management
Understanding of IDEA, Section 504, and NJAC 6A:14 as applicable to students with ASD
Experience with or knowledge of AAC systems, visual supports, and structured teaching environments
Ability to implement and monitor behavior intervention plans in collaboration with a BCBA
Strong data collection skills and ability to use data to drive instructional and behavioral programming decisions
Patience, flexibility, and a deep commitment to serving students with ASD and their families
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience teaching students with ASD in a public school self-contained or specialized program setting
Experience implementing PECS, Proloquo2Go, LAMP, or other AAC systems
Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) or similar safety management framework
Familiarity with social skills curricula (e.g., Social Thinking, PEERS, Zones of Regulation)
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interested 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 applcation material online via Frontline or to:
Human Resources Office - Bordentown Regioanl School District
318 Ward Ave, Bordentown, NJ 08505
Phone: 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.
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