Leave Replacement, School Counselor (26 - 27 School Year) - HIL

Franklin Township Public Schools; New Jersey; On-site; USD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Township School District Hillcrest School in Somerset, New Jersey, is seeking an anticipated leave replacement School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. The position runs January 4, 2027 to May 23, 2027, with salary steps outlined by the BOE/FTEA contract.

Requirements include New Jersey School Counselor certification, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to maintain a positive learning environment. A Master’s degree is preferred and bilingualism is a plus.

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
• Bilingual/Multilingual
• Master degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide daily service to students in accordance with Board approved curriculum, policies and practices.

Skills

Positive learning environment

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

NJ FIRST Act compliance

Criminal history clearance

Citizenship/work authorization

Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Leave Replacement, School Counselor (26 - 27 School Year) - HIL

Franklin Township School District Hillcrest School - Somerset, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Anticipated, Leave Replacement School Counselor 2026 - 2027 School Year January 4, 2027 - May 23, 2027

Hillcrest Elementary School

DESCRIPTION: Anticipated, Leave Replacement School Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide daily service to students in accordance with Board approved curriculum, policies and practices.

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 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual/Multilingual

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Leave Replacement Position. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the 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. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law

and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity employer.

The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Position Type: N/A

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Mrs. Quiyon Peters , Supervisor of School Counseling K-8
• Central Office
• Email: [e-mail]