Teacher of Elementary - Leave Replacement

Education Jobs NJ; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley Heights Public Schools seeks an elementary school teacher to follow the district curriculum and create a learning-focused classroom. The role emphasizes building student skills, attitudes, and knowledge in a supportive environment while coordinating with parents and staff.

The position requires New Jersey instructional certification for the relevant subject/grade, successful criminal history clearance, and proof of U.S. citizenship or appropriate employment authorization.

Qualifications

• New Jersey Instructional Certification in the appropriate subject matter and level.
• Successful Criminal History Clearance.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization.

Responsibilities

• Follow the approved district curriculum and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth to help students develop skills, attitudes and knowledge.
• Maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Skills

NJ Certification

Criminal history

Citizenship/Employment eligibility

Education

NJ Instructional Certification (subject)

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted: 9/28/2026

Location: Mountain Park School

Date Available: 10/09/26-4/2/27

REPORTS TO Principal

JOB GOAL: To follow the approved district curriculum and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth to help students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education; and to maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

• New Jersey Instructional Certification in the appropriate subject matter and level.
• Successful Criminal History Clearance.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization.

Salary Range: $58,485 - $64,803, prorated (as per BHEA negotiated contract agreement)

EEO/AA It is the policy of Berkeley Heights Public Schools not to discriminate against someone on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (including pregnancy), disability or genetic information, or other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law. and supervisory personnel.

Successful Criminal History Clearance. Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization.