2517-Teacher of The Deaf

Teacher of the Deaf Full-Time | Non-Exempt, Location

• First Children School –
• Plainfield,
• NJ,
• Compensation: $69,000-$80,000/annually

Do you have a passion for working with children and helping them succeed?

First Children School is looking for a compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Teacher of the Deaf to join our team. In this rewarding role, you’ll work directly with students with special needs, providing individualized instruction, support, and encouragement to help them reach their full potential in the classroom and beyond.

No two days are the same, and every day offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life!

What you'll do

You’ll work closely with classroom staff, therapists, and families to create a supportive and engaging educational environment for students who are deaf or hard of hearing and have diverse learning needs. Responsibilities may include developing lesson plans aligned with student IEPs, providing specialized instruction, implementing appropriate accommodations and behavioral strategies, training classroom assistants to provide one-to-one support, and participating in annual reviews and team meetings. You’ll help students build communication skills, confidence, independence, and academic success in a safe and positive learning environment.

What we're looking for

We’re seeking individuals who are

• Patient, caring, and committed to helping children thrive
• Collaborative team players with strong communication skills
• Skilled at creating structured, engaging learning environments
• Flexible, dependable, and passionate about special education

A bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or Early Childhood Education is required, along with a NJ Teacher of the Deaf Certification and a minimum of two years of teaching experience working with children. Candidates must also be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Why first children school?

First Children School is a New Jersey Department of Education–approved private special education school serving students from PreK through high school with multiple disabilities and complex educational and medical needs. Our students may be medically fragile, developmentally, intellectually, or physically disabled, as well as deaf/hard of hearing or visually impaired.

Our dedicated team works together to provide exceptional educational and therapeutic services in a supportive, collaborative, and rewarding environment where every staff member plays an important role in student success.

Why join first children school?

• We are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee referral bonus program

If you are caring, motivated, and ready to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply today and join a team committed to changing lives!

First Children Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitment@firstchildrenservices.com.