Kindergarten Special Education Teacher - Leave Replacement Job Kenilworth New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Location: Kenilworth

Position Details

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Kindergarten

Date Posted: 5/28/2026

Location:

Harding Elementary School

Date Available:

09/01/2026

Closing Date: 06/14/2026

Anticipated Position for SY

Kindergarten Special Education Teacher - Leave Replacement Position (September 1, 2026 - June 22, 2027)

Harding Elementary School

Qualifications

Valid NJDOE Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification and appropriate elementary instructional certification required.

Demonstrated knowledge of special education practices, IEP implementation, differentiated instruction, and effective teaching methods for early childhood/elementary learners.

Ability to create and maintain a positive, structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Effective communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with general education teachers, related service providers, families, and the Child Study Team.

Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Must meet NJ Residency requirements as per the New Jersey First Act, N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70).

Reports To

Harding Principals

Terms of Employment

Kenilworth Board of Education's substitute teaching long-term rates and benefits:

Type of Sub Rate Benefits

Per Diem – $125 per day. The employee is not eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick and personal leave accruals (pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement), and enrollment in the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) or the Public Employees' Retirement System.

Long-term sub < 6 months – $250 per day. The employee is not eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick and personal leave accruals (pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement), and enrollment in the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) or the Public Employees' Retirement System.

Long-term sub ≥6 months or longer – $345 per day. The employee is not eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick and personal leave accruals (pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement), and enrollment in the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) or the Public Employees' Retirement System.

Long-term, full school year assignment – Step 1 BA. Benefits the first of the month after 30 days of service.

The position is not eligible for additional compensation in the form of stipends for extracurricular activities, coaching, or tuition reimbursement based on district policy.
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:16-1:1, time accrued in a leave replacement position does not count towards tenure.

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