English Language Arts Leave Replacement Teacher

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County is seeking an English Language Arts leave replacement teacher for middle school (grades 6-8). The position covers for employees on a leave of absence, with the start anticipated in early January 2027 and a duration that may vary.

Successful clearance of criminal history is required, and board of education approval is needed for substitutes. The role requires a valid NJ Instructional Certificate for English Language Arts (Grades 5-8) and familiarity

Qualifications

• Valid NJ Instructional Certificate for English Language Arts Grades 5-8.
• Experience with anthology and novel-based instruction.
• Proficient at modeling/teaching/assessing written expression.
• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for ELA.
• Knowledge of NJ language arts test specs (NJSLA).
• Ability to integrate technology 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.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as English Language Arts teacher for grades 6-8.
• Collaborate with department peers to align instruction with standards.
• Deliver instruction and assessments for ELA using varied instructional strategies.
• Adapt lessons to meet diverse learners and state requirements.

Skills

Anthology instruction

Written expression teaching

Tech-enabled instruction

Department collaboration

Bilingual (a plus)

Education

NJ English ELA certificate (5-8)

Job description

Position Type: MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION/Middle School Teacher 6-8

Date Posted: 10/28/2026

Location: Middle School

Closing Date: 11/11/2026

English Language Arts Leave Replacement Teacher Middle School (grades 6-8)

• 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
• Bilingual (a plus)

Effective

• 2026-2027 School Year
• Anticipated start date 1/4/27

Salary

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

*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)