Elementary Teacher - Grade 1 (Tenure track)

Morris School District; Texas; Presencial; USD 67 000 - 117 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, prescription, dental benefits

Sick, personal and bereavement leave

Resumo da oferta

Morris School District seeks an Elementary Teacher for Grade 1 on a tenure-track path. The role requires valid New Jersey certification with endorsements and a commitment to inclusive education. The district provides salary ranges and comprehensive benefits under its guidelines.

The position emphasizes collaborative PLC work, lesson planning, technology integration, and ongoing professional development; it is a full-time, 184-day contract with a focus on equity and student success in New Jersey.

Qualificações

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Cultivate inclusive relationships with students, staff and community.
• Support belonging and academic success for all students, including traditionally marginalized populations.
• Foster social and emotional intelligence through classroom management and discussion.
• Teach content as assigned (general or specialists).
• Prepare robust daily instruction and weekly lesson plans per Morris School District programs.
• Collaborate with PLC to reflect and improve teaching and learning.
• Integrate technology and interactive elements into instruction.
• Analyze student progress using district data sources to tailor instruction.
• Build relationships with parents to discuss progress and learning styles.
• Prepare assignments, homework and projects aligned with district policy.
• Grade, provide feedback, and work with students on learning goals.
• Monitor and report student progress including academic growth and behavior.
• Maintain student files and records as needed.
• Set personal and professional goals aligned with district vision.
• Attend professional development sessions organized by principal/Supervisor and district.

Conhecimentos

Teaching methods

Classroom management

Communication skills

Formação académica

NJ Instruction Certificate with Endorsement

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Elementary Teacher - Grade 1 (Tenure track) JobID: 2835

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Location: Hillcrest
• Date Available: 01/06/2027

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid New Jersey Instruction Certificate, including Subject Area Endorsement isrequired
• 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

Position requires appropriate New Jersey Certification.

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

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

• 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.