Job Opportunities
HOPATCONG BOARD OF EDUCATION
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Thank you for your interest in the Hopatcong Borough School District. All vacancies in our school district are posted below. Please be advised that we do not keep resumes on file. We will consider applicants for current posted vacancies only. Thank you and best wishes in your pursuit of educational opportunities.
The New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, which went into effect on June 1, 2025, requires employers to disclose pay ranges in job postings and make reasonable efforts to inform current employees about promotional opportunities. This transparency law applies to employers who have at least 10 employees and who do business or take applications for employment in New Jersey. This page provides information on compensation and benefits for each employee group within our district, ensuring transparency and compliance with the Act.
Please send all letters of interest and resumes to:
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Human Resources
Hopatcong Borough Schools
PO Box 1029
Hopatcong, NJ 07843
| Posted | September 8, 2026 |
| Position | Chiefs Scholars' Academy |
| Available | October 13, 2026 |
| Job Description | Fall Session Durban Avenue School Chiefs Scholars' Academy Instructors (4) 8 weeks 10/13/26 - 12/17/2026. One hour of student contact time/day on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after school. Stipend - $1,920/teacher Fall Session Tulsa Trail School Chiefs Scholars' Academy Instructors (4) 8 weeks 10/13/26 - 12/17/2026. One hour of student contact time/day on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after school. Stipend - $1,920/teacher Fall Session HMS Chiefs Scholars' Academy Instructors (8) 8 weeks 10/13/26 - 12/17/2026. One hour of student contact time/day on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after school. Stipend - $1,920/teacher Fall Session Chiefs Scholars' Academy Site Managers (3) 8 weeks 10/13/26 - 12/17/2026. 3 days/week. One for each building (Durban, Tulsa, and HMS). Candidates must hold a supervisor or principal certificate or certificate of eligibility. Candidates will be expected to take attendance, analyze/interpret student data to assess progress, supervise student pickup, and contact parents as needed. Stipend - $1,600/manager Fall Session Chiefs Scholars' Academy substitute teachers - used as needed to cover sessions - $80.00/day |
| Job Requirements | Internal Staff Only |
| Applicant Requirements | Email Matt Robinson AND Brittany Huling to apply. |
| Closing Date | September 18, 2026 |
| Posted | August 31, 2026 |
| Position | Occupational Therapist Leave Replacement for the 26-27 school year |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
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| Job Benefits | Paid 19 days at the substitute per diem rate of $120/per day then to be paid at a pro-rated salary of $72,140 which represents BA/Step 1 of the 2026-2027 HEA salary guide. |
| Applicant Requirements | Email resume and certifications to hr@hopatcongschools.org to apply |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | August 30, 2026 |
| Position | High School MD Lesson Planning/Grading Assistance |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Job Description | for the purpose of lesson planning and grading at a rate of $35 per hour for 1 hour per class and prep. |
| Job Requirements | Internal staff only |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | August 30, 2026 |
| Position | High School Math Lesson Planning/Grading Assistance |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Job Description | for the purpose of lesson planning and grading at a rate of $35 per hour for 1 hour per class and prep. |
| Job Requirements | Internal staff only |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | August 18, 2026 |
| Position | Saturday Custodian |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Job Description | Hours: 7:30am- 3:00pm This is routine and repetitive manual work calling for the efficient & thorough performance of building cleaning and occasional minor maintenance tasks. Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well- established procedure, and maintenance tasks are performed according to specific instructions. |
| Job Requirements | High School Diploma or equivalent- preferred Basic communications skills of speaking, writing, reading English language 1 year of custodial experience Must be able to lift 50lbs Must be able to pass a background check Black Seal License- REQUIRED |
| Job Benefits | Not eligible for health benefits. |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | August 1, 2026 |
| Position | High School Math Teacher Leave Replacement |
| Available | August 26, 2026 |
| Job Description | leave beginning August 26, 2026 and ending November 20, 2026 |
| Job Requirements | Mathematics NJ Teaching Certificate |
| Job Benefits | Paid 19 days at the substitute per diem rate of $120/per day then to be paid at a pro-rated salary of $72,140 which represents BA/Step 1 of the 2026-2027 HEA salary guide. |
| Applicant Requirements | Email resume and NJ certifications to hr@hopatcongschools.org to apply |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | January 1, 2026 |
| Position | Substitute Teachers |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
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| Job Requirements | To obtain a substitute certificate apply here: https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/substitutes/index.shtml |
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| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | December 1, 2025 |
| Position | Substitute School Nurses |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
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| Job Requirements | Valid New Jersey Registered Nursing License; Standard School Nurse Certificate or Substitute Nurse Certificate required Apply for a Substitute Nurse License: https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/substitutes/index.shtml |
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| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | December 1, 2025 |
| Position | Substitute Custodians |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Job Description | This is a substitute position and only necessary on an as needed basis, a great opportunity for someone seeking a secondary/extra income.
This position requires a wide variety of routine cleaning duties at campus buildings which includes, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, vacuum cleaning, dusting, and complete bathroom cleaning of all school buildings and any other custodial tasks assigned by the Facilities Manager.
This position may also include clearing of snow and ice from entranceways, walkways, steps, and various outdoor campus spaces as needed during winter months. |
| Job Requirements | Must have experience and working knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
Must be physically able to lift heavy objects (at least 25 lbs), walk & stand for long periods of time
Candidates must be fingerprinted for a background check Proficiency in English (strongly preferred). |
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| Applicant Requirements | Email Greg Smyth to apply at gsmyth@hopatcongschools.org |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | December 1, 2025 |
| Position | Substitute Paraprofessionals |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
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| Closing Date | When Filled |
Please send all letters of interest and resumes to:
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Human Resources
Hopatcong Borough Schools
PO Box 1029
Hopatcong, NJ 07843
