Leave Replacement Learning Disability Teacher/Consultant

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County is seeking a Leave Replacement - Child Study Team member to fill a Learning Disability Teacher Consultant role for the 2026-2027 school year. The position supports Student Services and Programs and involves CST responsibilities in collaboration with school teams.

Requirements include the NJ Learning Disability Teacher/Consultant Certificate, a Master's Degree, and CST experience preferred, with IEP Direct software knowledge a plus.

Qualifications

• NJ Learning Disability Teacher/Consultant Certificate required.
• Master's Degree in a related field.
• CST experience preferred and beneficial.
• IEP Direct Software experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Thorough knowledge of laws governing special education.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Criminal history clearance required and BOE approval.

Responsibilities

• Replacement for CST member on leave of absence.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Special education laws

Bilingual

Criminal background check

BOE approval process

CST experience

Education

Master's Degree in related field

NJ Learning Disability Teacher/Consultant Certificate (3300)

Tools

IEP Direct Software

Job description

Position Type: STUDENT SERVICES/Learning Disabilities Teacher/Consultant

Location: Student Services and Programs

Closing Date: 11/08/2026

Leave Replacement - Child Study Team - Learning Disability Teacher Consultant

• Replacement for Child Study Team member on a leave of absence

Requirements:

• NJ Learning Disability Teacher/Consultant Certificate (3300)*
• Master's Degree in a related field.
• Experience as a member of CST preferred
• IEP Direct Software experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education
• Bilingual preferred
• Successful clearance of criminal history
• All Substitutes must be BOE approved

Effective:

2026-2027 School Year

Salary:

• $357.00 per day beginning day 1 of assignment
• Step 1 MA $ 78,439- 220 day work year/prorated, as per 26-27 Salary 1.1 Guide for CTS,

Benefits:

• Leave replacement teachers/CST members 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)