Elementary School Teacher (leave replacement)

Livingston Public Schools; Livingston (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Prescription coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Sick leave

Personal leave

Job summary

Livingston Public Schools in Livingston, NJ is seeking a full-time leave replacement Elementary Classroom Teacher for Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies at an elementary school from [date] through June 22, 2027. The candidate will provide high-quality instruction aligned to standards while fostering a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

The ideal candidate demonstrates expertise in literacy and mathematics, uses data to inform instruction, and collaborates with families,

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for New Jersey Elementary School Teacher certification.
• Experience teaching elementary-aged students preferred.
• Utilize data to inform instruction and drive instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with families, colleagues, and support staff to support student success.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, standards-aligned instruction across Reading, Writing, Math, Science and Social Studies.
• Create engaging learning experiences that promote achievement, critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning.
• Support diverse learners and foster an inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Mathematics instruction

Science instruction

Social studies instruction

Data-driven instruction

Education

NJ Elementary Teacher Certification

Job description

Livingston Public Schools is accepting applications for a full-time, leave replacement Elementary Classroom Teacher (Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies) at _____________ Elementary School from [date] through June 22, 2027.

We are seeking a knowledgeable, collaborative, and student-centered educator to provide high-quality instruction across the elementary curriculum, including Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies. The successful candidate will create engaging learning experiences that promote academic achievement, critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning, while fostering a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

The ideal candidate demonstrates expertise in literacy and mathematics instruction, as well as the ability to provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction in science and social studies. Candidates should utilize evidence-based instructional practices, effectively support the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth of elementary learners, and be committed to meeting the needs of diverse learners. The successful candidate will use data to inform instruction and collaborate with colleagues, families, and support staff to ensure student success.

Applicants must hold or be eligible for the appropriate New Jersey Elementary School Teacher certification at the time of application. Experience teaching elementary-aged students is preferred.

Salary will be determined in accordance with the Livingston Education Association (LEA) Agreement, which is available on the district website. All leave replacements are compensated at Step 1 of the appropriate grade (BA, MA, 2MA). The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and prescription coverage, tuition reimbursement, and sick and personal leave benefits.

Livingston Public Schools encourages individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

No phone calls, please. Equal Opportunity Employer.