Special Education Self Contained Teacher (Leave replacement 12/14/26 - 4/28/27)

Morris School District; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Sick leave

Personal days

Bereavement leave

Job summary

The Morris School District seeks a Special Education Self Contained Teacher (leave replacement) at Morristown High School. The role requires NJ certification and entails 184 days/year with competitive salary and benefits.

The candidate will collaborate with staff, develop inclusive instruction, and align lessons to district programs, while fostering student belonging and achievement across subject areas.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• New Jersey Certification required.

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

Teaching methods

Classroom activities

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

New Jersey Certification

Job description

Special Education Self Contained Teacher (Leave replacement 12/14/26 - 4/28/27) JobID: 2812

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ Special Education
• Location: Morristown High School
• Date Posted: 9/22/2026
• Date Available: 12/14/2026
• Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED

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
• Contract Terms: 184 days/year

Position requires appropriate New Jersey Certification.

The MorrisSchool 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 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.