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 | January 29, 2026 |
| Position | Anticipated School Occupational Therapist Leave Replacement |
| Available | May 1, 2026 |
| Job Description | Anticipated leave beginning May 1, 2026 through the remainder for the school year. Possible ESY position available as well. |
| Job Requirements | School Occupational Therapist Certificate |
| Job Benefits | Salary prorated BA, Step 1 on the guide Must work 60 days on step 1 of the guide before eligible for health benefits therefor no benefits are offered for this replacement. 👉 For more details:2023-2027 HEA Contract |
| Applicant Requirements | Email resume and NJ certifications to hr@hopatcongschools.org to apply |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | January 29, 2026 |
| Position | Anticipated Speech Language Pathologist Leave Replacement 2-3 days a week |
| Available | April 29, 2026 |
| Job Description | Anticipated leave beginning April 29, 2026 through the remainder for the school year. Possible ESY position available as well. |
| Job Requirements | Speech-Language Specialist Certificate |
| Job Benefits | Salary prorated BA, Step 1 on the guide Must work 60 days on step 1 of the guide before eligible for health benefits therefor no benefits are offered for this replacement. 👉 For more details:2023-2027 HEA Contract |
| Applicant Requirements | Email resume and NJ certifications to hr@hopatcongschools.org to apply |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | January 28, 2026 |
| Position | Drama Play Ticket Collector |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Job Description | $50/day |
| Job Requirements | Email Stephanie Martinez to apply Internal staff only |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | January 26, 2026 |
| Position | Long Term Substitute - Grade 7 Science
(February 17 - March 13) |
| Available | February 17, 2026 |
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| Applicant Requirements | Email Lou Benfatti to apply lbenfatti@hopatcongschools.org |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | January 21, 2026 |
| Position | High School Culinary Arts I & II Temporary Assistance Position, for the purpose of lesson planning and grading at a rate of $35 per hour for 1-2 hours per week/per class period. Up to 4 hours a week. |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Applicant Requirements | Email cjensen@hopatcongschools.org with your interest. |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | December 8, 2025 |
| Position | Drama Technical Director |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Job Requirements | Must have a NJ Teaching Certificate or a substitute certificate |
| Job Benefits | Pay Scale: Stipends vary based on experience and extra pay/extra duty guide. not eligible for district-provided benefits unless employed in another benefits-eligible role. 👉 For more details: HEA Extra Pay/Extra Duty Guide |
| 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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| 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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| Posted | November 13, 2025 |
| Position | Sussex County Regional Cooperative School Bus Driver |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
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| Applicant Requirements | All interested applicants please provide a resume and cover letter by email to the Sussex County Regional Cooperative Director, Ms. Janine Byrnes at jbyrnes@sussexcoop.org. |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | November 13, 2025 | |
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| Applicant Requirements | All interested applicants please provide a resume and cover letter by email to the Sussex County Regional Cooperative Director, Ms. Janine Byrnes at jbyrnes@sussexcoop.org. |
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| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | July 1, 2025 |
| 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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Please send all letters of interest and resumes to:
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Human Resources
Hopatcong Borough Schools
PO Box 1029
Hopatcong, NJ 07843
