Substitute Teachers 2026-2027 School Year (Certification Required)

Longbranch; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Branch Public Schools is seeking Substitute Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. Certification is required to fill substitute teaching positions in the district.

Applicants must have a New Jersey Teaching Certificate or valid County Substitute Certificate and pass a background check. The role involves supporting student learning, following prepared plans, and maintaining class order throughout the day.

Qualifications

• New Jersey Teaching Certificate or Valid County Substitute Certificate.
• Ability to work effectively with students at all levels and establish rapport with teachers and administrators.
• Criminal history background clearance for Long Branch Public School District.
• TB test current year or within the past two years.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Building Principal at least 15–30 minutes before the official school opening.
• Review lesson plans, attendance forms, and schedules to be followed during the teaching day.
• Provide instruction as outlined in the lesson plans provided.
• Follow all school policies and procedures.
• Assume responsibility for ensuring appropriate behavior of students under supervision.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

New Jersey Teaching Certificate or County Substitute Certificate

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Long Branch Public Schools

Substitute Teachers 2026-2027 School Year (Certification Required)

Job ID: 4996.

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teachers

Date Posted: 7/1/2026

Location: District

QUALIFICATIONS:

• New Jersey Teaching Certificate OR Valid County Substitute Certificate
• The ability to work effectively with students at all intellectual levels and to establish and maintain good rapport while working closely with other teachers and administrators
• Criminal history background clearance for Long Branch Public School District
• A negative tuberculosis result from the current year, up to two years prior.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: To enable each child to pursue his or her education as smoothly as possible in the absence of the regular teacher.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report to the Building Principal upon arrival at school at least 15-30 minutes before the official school opening.
• Review lesson plans, attendance forms, and schedules to be followed during the teaching day.
• Provide instruction as outlined in the lesson plans provided.
• Follow all school policies and procedures.
• Assume responsibility for ensuring appropriate behavior of students under your supervision.

Applications will be reviewed, followed by a Virtual Substitute Meet & Greet with the Building Principal. Final candidates will be recommended to the Superintendent of Schools for approval by the Board.

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Affirmative action - Equal opportunity employer.