Valid New Jersey Instruction Certificate with Subject Area Endorsement required
Knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate activities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Responsibilities
Cultivate inclusive relationships with students, faculty, and community members
Enhance belonging and academic success for marginalized students
Foster social and emotional intelligence through effective classroom management
Teach assigned content effectively
Prepare daily instruction and lesson plans per district policies
Collaborate with a professional learning community for reflective dialogue
Integrate technology into classroom instruction
Analyze student progress using district data for targeted instruction
Build relationships with parents to discuss student progress
Assign personalized academic tasks according to student needs
Grade assignments and provide constructive feedback
Monitor and report on student progress and behavior
Maintain student paperwork as needed
Set personal and professional goals aligned with district vision
Attend professional development sessions organized by the district
Follow attendance guidelines set by the district
Meet additional responsibilities as requested by Principal/Supervisor
Benefits
Eligible for medical, prescription, and dental benefits
Includes sick, personal, and bereavement day allotments
Full Job Description
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Teacher
Date Posted: 10/28/2026
Location: Hillcrest
Date Available: 01/06/2027
Closing Date: Until Filled QUALIFICATIONS:
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
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
You MUST complete the ONLINE APPLICATION to be considered for this position. We DO NOT ACCEPT paper resumes, paper applications, faxes or emails.
Position requires appropriate New Jersey Certification.
Salary: In accordance with the established Morris School 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.
