English/Language Arts Teacher - Leave Replacement Position

KENILWORTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Kenilworth (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenilworth Public Schools seeks an English/Language Arts Teacher for a leave replacement at David Brearley High School. Anticipated dates are November 2, 2026 through June 22, 2027, with an anticipated leave replacement assignment for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualified candidates hold a valid NJDOE ELA certificate for Grades 6–12 and have proven high school ELA teaching experience, along with strong classroom management and differentiation skills.

Qualifications

• Valid NJDOE Instructional Certificate with an English/Language Arts endorsement for Grades 6–12.
• Demonstrated successful teaching experience in high school English Language Arts; experience teaching multiple secondary grade levels preferred.
• Strong knowledge of effective secondary ELA instructional practices, curriculum design, assessment, differentiation, student supports, and classroom management.
• Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for ELA and evidence-based practices in literature, informational text, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary.
• Ability to plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that develops reading comprehension, literary analysis, writing, critical thinking, research, and communication.
• Ability to use assessment data, student work, and instructional evidence to monitor progress and differentiate for diverse learners at the high school level.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, interpersonal, and collaboration skills with students, families, colleagues, counselors, and admins.
• Must pass criminal history background check and prove U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.
• Must meet NJ Residency requirements per NJ First Act.

Skills

NJDOE certificate

Education

ELA cert Grades 6-12

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Kenilworth Public Schools

English/Language Arts Teacher-Leave Replacement Position JobID: 2891

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ English
• Date Posted: 9/14/2026
• Location: David Brearley High School
• Date Available: 11/02/2026
• Closing Date: 09/30/2026

ANTICIPATEDPOSITION FOR 2026-2027 SY

English/Language Arts Teacher-Leave Replacement Position

Anticipated Dates: November 2, 2026 - June 22, 2027

David Brearley High School

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Valid NJDOE Instructional Certificate with an English/Language Arts endorsement for Grades 6�12.
• 2. Demonstrated successful teaching experience in high school English Language Arts; experience teaching multiple secondary grade levels preferred.
• 3. Strong knowledge of effective secondary ELA instructional practices, curriculum design, assessment, differentiation, student supports, and classroom management.
• 4. Knowledge of current New Jersey Student Learning Standards for English Language Arts and evidence-based practices in literature, informational text, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary instruction.
• 5. Ability to plan and deliver rigorous, engaging, standards-aligned instruction that develops students' reading comprehension, literary analysis, writing, critical thinking, research, and communication skills.
• 6. Ability to use assessment data, student work, and other instructional evidence to monitor progress, differentiate instruction, and support diverse learners at the high school level.
• 7. Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with high school students, families, colleagues, counselors, and administrators.
• 8. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
• 9. 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:

DBHS Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

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

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 less than 6 months

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

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

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.

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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