Leave Replacement: Science Teacher

West Orange Public Schools; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage through SHIF

Dental coverage through Delta Dental

Leave provisions

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ is seeking a Leave Replacement: Science Teacher (Biology) at West Orange High School. The position runs from 10/12/2026 through 3/19/2027 and requires biological science or related certificates. Teaching experience is preferred; BA or MA as per WOEA CBA qualifies, prorated under the contract.

Benefits include SHIF medical and prescription drug coverage through Aetna, Delta Dental, and standard leave provisions. Applications due by October 12, 2026.

Qualifications

• Certification in Biological Science or Physical Science or Teacher of Science required.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• BA or MA according to WOEA CBA; prorated.

Skills

Biological/Physical Science or Teacher

Education

BA or MA in Science Education

Job description

Position Type

High School Teacher/Science - Biology

Date Posted

10/2/2026

Location

WOHS

Date Available

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/12/2026

Position

Leave Replacement: Science Teacher

Effective Dates

10/12/2026-3/19/2027

Location

West Orange High School

Requirements

• Biological Science (2210) and Physical Science (2240) OR Biological Science (2210), Chemistry (2270) and Physics (2260) OR Teacher of Science (2200) Certificate required
• Teaching experience preferred
• BA-$65,893 / MA-$70,363, prorated, as determined by the WOEA CBA
• Full time employees receive medical and prescription drug coverage through Aetna and Express Scripts via the School Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), and dental coverage through Delta Dental. Benefits begin on the first working day; employee contributions are required per Chapters 44 and 78. Sick, Personal, Vacation, Bereavement included per contract negotiations.

Application Deadline

October 12, 2026