English Language Arts Leave Replacement Teacher

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County; Middle School; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County seeks an English Language Arts Leave Replacement Teacher for middle school students in grades 6-8. The role runs during the 2026-2027 school year with a start anticipated 1/4/27 and involves instructional planning, collaboration with the department, and use of technology to support written expression.

The successful candidate will hold a valid NJ instructional certificate for English (Grades 5-8) and demonstrate knowledge of anthology/novel-based

Qualifications

• Knowledge/Experience with anthology and novel-based instruction.
• Proficient at modeling/teaching/assessing written expression.
• Knowledge of NJ ELA standards and assessment specs.
• Ability to integrate technology to enhance instruction.
• Familiarity with Danielson's Framework (a plus).
• Experience with middle level education best practices.
• Willingness to collaborate with department members.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language Arts to middle school students (grades 6-8) as a leave replacement.
• Collaborate with fellow department members to plan instruction.
• Integrate technology to enhance learning and assessment.
• Adhere to NJ Student Learning Standards for ELA and assessment specs.

Skills

Anthology instruction

Novel instruction

Written expression

ELA standards

NJSLA knowledge

Tech integration

Danielson framework

Middle school practices

Collaboration

Education

Valid NJ Instructional Certificate (ELA Grades 5-8)

Job description

English Language ArtsLeave Replacement Teacher MiddleSchool (grades 6-8):

English Language Arts Leave Replacement Teacher JobID: 3535

• Position Type: MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION/ Middle School Teacher 6-8
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Location: Middle School
• Closing Date: 11/11/2026

• Replacement for employees on a leave of absence
• Length of positions may vary
• Successful clearance of criminal history
• All Substitutes must be BOE approve

Requirements

• Valid NJ Instructional Certificate (Teacher of English or Subject Matter Specialization – English Language Arts Grades 5-8)
• Knowledge/Experience working with anthology and novel-based instruction;
• Proficient at modeling/teaching/assessing written expression;
• Knowledge of the scope and sequence of NJ Student Learning Standards for ELA;
• Knowledge of state assessment test specifications for language arts (ie: NJSLA)
• Ability to integrate technology effectively to enhance instruction
• Knowledge of Charlotte Danielson's Framework for Teaching – a plus
• Knowledge of best practices in middle level education
• Willingness to collaborate with fellow department members

Effective

2026-2027 School Year

Anticipated start date 1/4/27

• Days 1-20 - $130.00 a day
• Day 21+ = $340.00per day HTEA 26/27STEP 1 BA Teacher Guide

Benefits

Leave replacement teachers receive benefits after 5 consecutive months of working (single health benefits) In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package: including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off.

AA/EEO

*In accordance with S-414/A-3188 ( http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM ),

school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct.

*Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act ( https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml )