English/Language Arts Teacher - Leave Replacement Position

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Kenilworth (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem $125/day

Long-term sub $250/day

Long-term sub $345/day

No comprehensive benefits

Job summary

David Brearley High School in Kenilworth is seeking a Leave Replacement English/Language Arts teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Required is a valid NJDOE instructional certificate with an ELA endorsement for Grades 6-12 and demonstrated high school ELA teaching experience.

Anticipated dates: November 2, 2026 through June 22, 2027. Compensation is per diem; rates include $125/day for short-term leaves, $250/day for long-term under 6 months, and $345/day for long-term 6 months or more, with

Qualifications

• Valid NJDOE Instructional Certificate with an English/Language Arts endorsement for Grades 6–12.
• Proven high school English Language Arts teaching experience.
• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for ELA.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Interpersonal

Education

NJDOE Certificate (ELA 6-12)

Job description

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

ANTICIPATED POSITION 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. 1. Valid NJDOE Instructional Certificate with an English/Language Arts endorsement for Grades 6 12.
2. 2. Demonstrated successful teaching experience in high school English Language Arts; experience teaching multiple secondary grade levels preferred.
3. 3. Strong knowledge of effective secondary ELA instructional practices, curriculum design, assessment, differentiation, student supports, and classroom management.
4. 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. 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. 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. 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. 8. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
9. 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:

Type of Sub

Rate

Benefits

Per Diem

$125 per day

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

$250 per day

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

$345 per day

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

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.