Child Study Team, Case Manager (26 - 27 School Year) - DIST

Hillcrest School; New Jersey; On-site; USD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Paid holidays

Personal and sick days

Job summary

Franklin Township School District - Hillcrest School, Somerset, NJ is hiring a Child Study Team Case Manager (School Psychologist or LDTC) for the 2026-2027 school year. Location: Somerset, NJ.

The role provides daily case management for students per Board-approved processes and curriculum. Requirements include NJ Certification (LDTC or School Psychologist) and proficiency with Google Suite, IEP software, Genesis Employee Portal, and Student Information System.

Qualifications

• NJ certification required: LDTC or School Psychologist.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan instructional programs to help students meet district goals.
• Use diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, and program design procedures.
• Observe and assess student development including social/emotional aspects.
• Collaborate with teachers, administration, and parents to support students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Instructional technology

Communication skills

NJ FIRST Act compliance

Criminal background check

Education

NJ Certification: LDTC or School Psychologist

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

IEP software

Genesis Employee Portal

Student Information System

Job description

Child Study Team, Case Manager (26 - 27 School Year) - DIST

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Job Description

Child Study Team Case Manager

School Psychologist or LDTC

2026 - 2027 School Year

School Location to be Determined

DESCRIPTION

Child Study Team Case Manager, School Psychologist or LDTC

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide daily support and case management for students in accordance with Board approved processes and curriculum.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate appropriate planning of the instructional program which serves to help assigned students achieve district outcome and process goals, and program/ course objectives both individually and collectively.
• Know and use appropriate procedures in diagnosis, intervention, consultation, evaluation and program design for individual students.
• Elevate individual students, analyze, formulate, and implement social/ emotional objectives., The psychologist shall include in his/ her examination an observation of the pupil, an interview with the teacher or other school personnel and an assessment of the intellectual, social, adaptive and emotional development of the pupil.
• Demonstrate skills in interpersonal relationships with students, administration and staff, and with parents and community groups. The psychologists focus should include, but not be limited to, the social and emotional aspects of the educational program

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required:LDTC or School Psychologist certifcation
• Proficient in the use of instructional technology
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual/Multilingual

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 - Month Contract. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position is Step 1 BA/BS + 45/ MA ($70,523) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380). Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff... employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Educational Diagnostician

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required