Special Education English Teacher

Special Education English Teacher JobID: 2533 Position Type: High School Teaching/Special Education/Language Arts Teacher Date Posted: 8/14/2025 Location: Morristown High School Date Available: 10/13/2025 Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED Additional Information: Show/Hide QUALIFICATIONS: * New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped & Language Arts/English certificates required * Appropriate New Jersey Instructional Certificate including subject area endorsement as required * Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities * Ability to maintain a positive learning environment * Strong interpersonal and communications skills RESPONSIBILITIES: * Work to achieve NJ State Core Curriculum Content Standards and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning in the classroom using board adopted curriculum and other appropriate learning activities * Develop individualized lesson plans that meet the needs of each student and reflect appropriate pacing, content area objectives and effective use of instructional time * Plan and deliver instruction to classified students in accordance with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) * Plan individualized and small group differentiated instruction that address the diverse needs of students and incorporates a variety of student-centered activities which develop concepts and skills * Provide timely, consistent and accurate feedback to all students * Identify distinct opportunities to integrate technology into the curriculum * Utilize the District's rubric for excellence in teaching to drive student achievements * Utilize formative and summative assessment data to inform instructional planning and guide interactions with students * Provide a safe classroom environment for learning by having an organized physical space, establish effective procedures, cultivate an atmosphere of mutual respect, and maintain a positive behavioral environment * Contribute to the IEP and participates in meetings with child study team members and parents * Monitor the implementation of the goals, objectives, modifications and accommodations as per the IEP * Develop quarterly reports to reflect mastery and progress of IEP goals and objectives * Maintain accurate records of instructional and non-instructional school activities * Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning issues * Work collaboratively with building personnel, including the teaching assistant and assistant behavior specialist staff, general education teaching staff, Child Study Team, counselor, related service providers, and outside consultants * Make effective use of resources available within the school and community to enhance the instructional program * Pursue lifelong learning relevant to best practices by participating in professional development opportunities * Contribute to the school and district by participating and collaborating in school level planning, faculty meetings/committees and other school system groups * Maintain a professional and positive demeanor while serving as an advocate for students and district programs * Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to inform them about school program and to discuss student progress * Clearly communicate through use of appropriate oral and written language that is distinct to a particular audience * Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and board policy * Perform other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned * Contract Terms: 184 days/year You MUST fill out 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.

Please complete application at: * Upload resume * Upload All New Jersey Certificate(s) * Upload All Transcripts (Undergraduate & Graduate) The Morris School District offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

We are an equal opportunity employer/AA Salary: In accordance with the established Morris School District Salary Guide currently ranging from $64,425 - $115,315 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.