Vocational Teacher

Vocational Teacher Full-Time | Exempt, (M-F, 8

• 15-3:15pm/Fall 2026)
• Location: North Hudson Academy, North Bergen, NJ

Compensation Range: $61,000-$80,000/annually

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

North Hudson Academy is seeking a dedicated Vocational Teacher to join our team full-time, working with children with special needs (ages 3 through 21) in a New Jersey Department of Education approved private special education school, serving students (ages 3 through 21.) We specialize in programs for students with behavioral/emotional issues, pre-school handicapped and learners on the Autism Spectrum.

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

What you'll do

• You will work to achieve the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and district educational goals and objectives by teaching skills in comprehensive vocational education using curriculum and instructional materials adopted by the board of education. You will work cooperatively with other teachers and regular classroom teachers in planning an effective comprehensive school vocational program. You will participate in curriculum development activities, faculty meetings and school-level planning. Additionally, set specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives:
• Develop lesson plans that clearly reflect the individual needs, goals, and objectives of the IEP.
• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Provide classroom assistants with training to enable them to provide one-to-one instruction.
• Utilize appropriate curricula, materials, and behavioral techniques.
• Attend all annual reviews and contribute appropriate goals and objectives to the IEP.
• Attend training, supervision sessions, and staff meetings as directed by the principal, in accordance with company policy, and pursuant to applicable regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• In this role, you will help students aged 3-21 develop essential work skills and transition toward independent living. As part of our commitment to community outreach, you will engage with local organizations and resources to support our students in achieving their vocational goals and integrating successfully into the community.

Team

This role will be part of the instructional team, reporting to the school principal.

• What were looking for
• BA degree or higher in Special Education or Early Childhood Education
• NJ Teacher of the Handicapped Certification OR Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification
• Minimum of two years teaching experience with children
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.

Why join first children services?

First Children Services is comprised of a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing the very best services day in and day out. We integrate a variety of effective techniques along with family involvement to achieve optimum results. At First Children Services, children and their families with the most extraordinary challenges are met with compassion, dedication and determination.

Benefits

Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation/sick pay, life insurance, short & long-term disability, access to EAP and discount plans, 401(k) retirement plan, and employee referral bonus plan.

EEO

First Children Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Our agency prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

First Children Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitment@firstchildrenservices.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition ID number of the position for which you are applying.