Leave-Replacement: Elementary Special Education Teacher

MORRIS SCHOOL DISTRICT; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Sick, personal and bereavement days

Job summary

Morris School District in Morristown, NJ is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a leave replacement from 11/10/2026 to 3/19/2027. The elementary school position requires NJ certification and offers a competitive salary with full benefits.

Responsibilities include developing inclusive instruction, collaborating with PLCs, integrating technology, and monitoring student progress across subjects in accordance with district policies.

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

Effective teaching methods

Interpersonal skills

Education

New Jersey Certification

Tools

Technology integration

Job description

Morris School District in Morristown, NJ is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a leave replacement from 11/10/2026 to 3/19/2027. The elementary school position requires NJ certification and offers a competitive salary with full benefits.

Responsibilities include developing inclusive instruction, collaborating with PLCs, integrating technology, and monitoring student progress across subjects in accordance with district policies.