Temporary School Counselor - Leave Replacement (Hillcrest)

Franklin Township Public Schools; New Jersey; On-site; USD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Township School District Hillcrest School in Somerset, New Jersey, is seeking an anticipated leave replacement School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. The position runs January 4, 2027 to May 23, 2027, with salary steps outlined by the BOE/FTEA contract.

Requirements include New Jersey School Counselor certification, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to maintain a positive learning environment. A Master’s degree is preferred and bilingualism is a plus.

Qualifications

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: School Counselor Standard or appropriate certification
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
• Bilingual/Multilingual
• Master degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide daily service to students in accordance with Board approved curriculum, policies and practices.

Skills

Positive learning environment

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

NJ FIRST Act compliance

Criminal history clearance

Citizenship/work authorization

Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Franklin Township School District Hillcrest School in Somerset, New Jersey, is seeking an anticipated leave replacement School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. The position runs January 4, 2027 to May 23, 2027, with salary steps outlined by the BOE/FTEA contract.

Requirements include New Jersey School Counselor certification, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to maintain a positive learning environment. A Master’s degree is preferred and bilingualism is a plus.