Teacher of Elementary School (Leave Replacement)

Fair Lawn Public School District; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription insurance

Job summary

Fair Lawn Public School District seeks a leave replacement Teacher of Elementary School to join our elementary program. The role requires NJ certification (P-3, K-6, or K-8) and a solid foundation in effective instructional methods, developmentally appropriate activities, and data-informed practice.

The ideal candidate will promote a positive learning environment, communicate clearly both orally and in writing, and collaborate with staff, administrators, parents, and the school community.

Qualifications

• - Hold valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s)
• - Demonstrate knowledge of effective, research-based instructional methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, instructional strategies, assessment, learning theory, and classroom management
• - Comprehensive knowledge of the content field when responsible for content-specific instruction
• - Demonstrate the ability to use digital equipment and instructional technology for data management, communication, and learning tools
• - Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• - Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• - Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• - Exhibit a professional and enthusiastic demeanor with strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, staff, administration, parents, and the school community
• - Strong knowledge of Everyday Mathematics curriculum
• - Experience implementing multisensory phonics instruction to support the development of foundational reading

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Instructional knowledge

Positive learning environment

Professional demeanor

Everyday Mathematics

multisensory phonics instruction

Education

NJ Instructional Certificate with endorsement(s)

NJ Certification: P-3, K-6, or K-8

Tools

Instructional technology usage

Job description

Teacher of Elementary School (Leave Replacement) JobID: 1494

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted:
  10/22/2026
• Location:
  Elementary- Westmoreland
• Closing Date:
  11/10/2026

We are presently accepting applications for the following position. This position requires proper N.J. Certification.
TEACHER OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (LEAVE REPLACEMENT)
QUALIFICATIONS:
NJ Certification: P-3, Elementary K-6, or K-8

• Hold valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s)
• Demonstrate knowledge of effective, research-based instructional methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, instructional strategies, assessment, learning theory, and classroom management
• Comprehensive knowledge of the content field when responsible for content-specific instruction
• Demonstrate the ability to use digital equipment and instructional technology for data management, communication, and learning tools
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Exhibit a professional and enthusiastic demeanor with strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, staff, administration, parents, and the school community
• Strong knowledge of Everyday Mathematics curriculum
• Experience implementing multisensory phonics instruction to support the development of foundational reading

Salary range:$64,000 - $117,380 (Click on the following link for the full salary schedule: Fair Lawn Education Association )
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and prescription insurance
The Fair Lawn Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.