School Counselor – Leave Replacement

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Jefferson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits/Single Coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Jefferson Township Public Schools seeks a qualified school counselor to provide counseling services in the absence of the regular school counselor. This temporary assignment supports students’ academic, career, and personal/social goals within the school environment.

Anticipated assignment dates are December 14, 2026 to April 30, 2027, with residency required under state law. Benefits include health coverage and paid time off; locate in New Jersey and coordinate with the district as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting with HIB investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide school counseling services in the absence of the regular school counselor.

Skills

HIB investigations experience

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Jefferson Township Public Schools

Additional Requirements: Experience assisting with HIB investigations preferred

Anticipated Assignment Dates: December 14, 2026 � April 30, 2027

Job Goals: To help students achieve personal success by providing them with school counseling services that support academic, career, and personal/social goals in the absence of the regular school counselor.

Benefits:

• Eligible for Health Benefits/Single Coverage.
• Paid time off is included.

RESIDENCY LAW: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (P.L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act", effective September 1, 2011, all newly hired public employees, including public school district employees must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under the law. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one year after the date of hire to relocate your residence to New Jersey. If you do not do so, you are subject to removal from your position in NEW JERSEY.

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