Bilingual 2nd Grade Teacher (Leave replacement 12/22/26 - 5/7/27)

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Sick days

Personal days

Bereavement days

Job summary

Morris School District seeks an Elementary School Teacher to foster an inclusive classroom and deliver bilingual instruction in Woodlands, NJ. The role emphasizes equitable student relationships and data-driven instruction.

The candidate will collaborate with a PLC, integrate technology, and maintain thorough student progress records while meeting district policies. Salary is guided by the Morris School District scale and includes full benefits.

Qualifications

• NJ teaching certificate with subject area endorsement
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Cultivate inclusive relationships with students, faculty, staff and community
• Support belonging and academic success for all students, with focus on marginalized groups
• Foster social and emotional learning through classroom management and discussion
• Teach assigned content (general or specialists)
• Prepare daily instruction and weekly lesson plans per Morris School District policies
• Collaborate with a PLC to improve teaching and learning
• Integrate technology into instruction
• Use district data to analyze progress and differentiate instruction
• Build relationships with parents to update on student progress
• Assign personalized homework and projects per curriculum guidance
• Grade and provide feedback to help students set learning goals
• Monitor and report student progress including academic and social development
• Maintain student records and files
• Set personal and professional goals aligned with district vision
• Attend professional development sessions and meetings
• Follow contract hours and district HR protocols
• Meet requests for additional responsibilities by Principal/Supervisor

Skills

NJ teaching certificate

Effective teaching methods

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Bilingual Teacher

Date Posted:

9/18/2026

Location:

Woodland

Date Available:

12/22/2026

Closing Date:

Until Filled

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid New Jersey Instruction Certificate, including Subject Area Endorsement is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
• Support and enhance a sense of belonging and academic success for all students with specific attention to students from traditionally marginalized populations.
• Foster social and emotional intelligence through effective classroom management and discussion/teaching
• Effectively teach content assigned (general or specialists)
• Prepare robust daily instruction and weekly lesson plans for all subjects according to Morris School District programs and policies
• Collaborate with a professional learning community (PLC) to engage in reflective dialogue that will improve teaching and learning for all students
• Integrate technology and interactive elements into classroom instruction
• Utilize approved district data sources to analyze student progress and provide targeted, differentiated instruction for all students.
• Build intentional and honest relationships with parents to update them on student progress and further understanding of their child's development and learning style
• Prepare and assign personalized academic assignments, homework and projects according to district policy, approved curriculum guidance and student needs
• Grade assignments in accordance with district guidelines provide constructive feedback and work with students to set personalized learning goals aligned with grade level/content standards.
• Monitor, evaluate and report student progress, including academic growth, social skills, and behavior modification
• Maintain and update files, including student paperwork, as needed
• Set personal and professional goals aligned with district and school vision and the approved evaluation tool for the Morris School District.
• Attend and apply strategies from professional development sessions and meetings organized by principal/supervisor and district
• Follow work day and attendance guidelines set forth by negotiated contract and Morris School District HR protocols
• Meet requests for additional responsibilities by Principal/Supervisor
• Contract Terms: 184 days/year

The Morris School District offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer/AA

Salary:

In accordance with the established Morris School District Salary Guide currently ranging from $67,095 - $116,805

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for medical, prescription, and dental benefits.

Sick, personal and bereavement day allotments are included.

Effective September 1, 2011, The New Jersey First Act implemented May 17, 2011, requires all employees of a school district to reside in the state of New Jersey. Employees of the Morris School District hired after the effective date who do not reside in the State of New Jersey at the time of hire have one year from the effective date of employment to relocate their primary residence to New Jersey. Employees of the school district hired prior to the September 1, 2011 effective date of this Act are grandfathered and are not required to relocate to New Jersey.