Elementary School Counselor - Leave Replacement (Jan–May)

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

Job summary

Hillcrest School is seeking an Anticipated Leave Replacement School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year (Jan 4, 2027 – May 23, 2027) at Hillcrest Elementary School in Somerset, NJ. The role requires NJ School Counselor certification and involves implementing district policies while supporting students daily.

The position offers benefits under the BOE/FTEA agreement with a salary range of $70,523 to $99,380 (prorated).

Qualifications

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: School Counselor Standard or appropriate certification
• 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
• Preferred: Bilingual/Multilingual

Responsibilities

• Provide daily service to students in accordance with Board approved curriculum, policies and practices.
• Leave Replacement Position. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.
• Salary range for this position in the 26/27 School Year is Step 1 BA/BS + 45/ MA ($70,523) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380), prorated based on start.

Skills

NJ Certification

Positive learning environment

Interpersonal communication

NJ FIRST Act

Criminal History Clearance

Citizenship or work authorization

Bilingual/Multilingual (preferred)

Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Hillcrest School is seeking an Anticipated Leave Replacement School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year (Jan 4, 2027 – May 23, 2027) at Hillcrest Elementary School in Somerset, NJ. The role requires NJ School Counselor certification and involves implementing district policies while supporting students daily.

The position offers benefits under the BOE/FTEA agreement with a salary range of $70,523 to $99,380 (prorated).