Substitute Teachers

Sylvania; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of the Chathams seeks a flexible Substitute Teacher to cover absent staff across classrooms and roles. The ideal candidate follows lesson plans, adapts to varying environments, and maintains a safe, orderly learning space.

Required credentials include a Substitute Credential or Teaching Certificate; state certification may be accepted. Background check is mandatory; paperwork and confidentiality training will be provided. Rates are posted for substitutes and paraprofessionals.

Qualifications

• Substitute credentials or teaching certificate required for eligibility.
• Must be able to pass a background check and provide proof of TB testing.
• Availability for short-notice and extended assignments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans and instructions provided by the absent employee
• Maintain a safe and orderly classroom or work environment
• Provide guidance and support to students or colleagues as needed
• Complete required paperwork and documentation
• Attend meetings and trainings as required
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents/guardians
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to pass a background check

Education

Substitute Credential or Teaching Certificate

Degree from a four year college or 60 semester hours

Criminal History Review Process clearance

Two forms of identification

TB test proof (Mantoux)

Job description

Summary

The Substitute will be responsible for providing coverage for absent employees in various roles within the organization. This individual must be flexible and able to adapt to different environments and tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans and instructions provided by the absent employee
• Maintain a safe and orderly classroom or work environment
• Provide guidance and support to students or colleagues as needed
• Complete required paperwork and documentation
• Attend meetings and trainings as required
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents/guardians
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Substitute Credential or Teaching Certificate
• Ability to pass a background check
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to different environments and tasks
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred, but not required
• Availability to work on short notice and/or for extended periods of time as needed.
• Two forms of identification
• Copies of either State of NJ Department of Education issued certificate(s) or State of NJ Substitute Teaching Credential
• Provide proof of a negative Mantoux (TB) test dated within six months of their first date of employment

Rates

• Substitute Teacher:$120.00 per day
• Substitute Paraprofessional: $17.00 hourly

Certification Information

I. STATE

Any holder of a regular teaching certificate issued by the New Jersey Department of Education can qualify as a substitute teacher. Holders of out-of-state teacher certificates generally fulfill substitute credential requirements.

II. COUNTY

Those not holding a teaching certificate must procure a Substitute Credential valid for day-to-day teaching, not to exceed twenty (20) days in one position.

With proof of Chatham residency, the district will support the processing of a Substitute Credential. The Substitute Credential will be issued for a five (5) year period. It must be renewed 6 months prior to the date when it expires.

A Substitute Credential is issued electronically by the Department of Education via its online licensing system NJEdCert and is valid in all public schools statewide.

III. LOCAL

All substitutes, other than those having teaching certification, must be persons who hold a degree from an accredited four year college or have 60 semester hours of college credit.

Applicants for substitute teaching who hold regular certificates issued by the New Jersey Department of Education need not apply for a Substitute Certificate. However, applicants must complete the Criminal History Review Process and receive official clearance before Board of Education approval can be granted.

A substitute certificate is transferable from county to county. If an applicant applies to more than one county for substitute employment, only one certificate will be required. That certificate must be presented to each county in which it is to be used and must be validated by the receiving county.

The School District of the Chathams provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.