School Counselor – Leave Replacement

Kenilworth Public Schools; Kenilworth (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem $125

Long-term sub 6 months $250

Long-term sub 6 months or longer $345

Job summary

Kenilworth Public Schools seeks a School Counselor for a Leave Replacement at David Brearley High School. The role supports students, coordinates counseling services, and collaborates with administrators and teachers to promote student success.

Requirements include a valid NJDOE K-12 School Counseling Certificate, strong communication skills, and the ability to assess student needs and provide targeted support. Position includes per diem pay and state-mandated residency requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid NJDOE K-12 School Counseling Certificate.
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective counseling methods.
• Ability to maintain a positive planning experience, to assess student needs and to provide appropriate support.
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators and teachers to promote student success.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with high school students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
• Must meet NJ Residency requirements as per the New Jersey First Act, N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70).

Skills

Counseling skills

Collaboration

Communication

Assessment

Planning and organization

Education

BA

Job description

School Counselor – Leave Replacement
JobID: 2893

• Position Type:

Student Support Services/School Counselor

• Date Posted:

9/24/2026

• Location:

David Brearley High School

• Date Available:

01/07/2027

• Closing Date:

10/15/2026

ANTICIPATED POSITION FOR 2026-2027 SY

School Counselor – Leave Replacement Position

David Brearley High School

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid NJDOE K-12 School Counseling Certificate.

• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective counseling methods.

• Ability to maintain a positive planning experience, to assess student needs and to provide appropriate support.

• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators and teachers to promote student success.

• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with high school students, families, colleagues, and administrators.

• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

• 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:

Designated Administrator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Kenilworth Board of Education’s Leave Replacement 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.