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 | June 23, 2026 |
| Position | Head Girls Track Coach Head Cross Country Coach |
| Available | Immediately - When Filled |
| Job Description | Must have a NJ teaching certificate or substitute certificate |
| Job Benefits | Coaches are not eligible for district-provided benefits unless employed in another benefits-eligible role. |
| Applicant Requirements | Email hr@hopatcongschools.org to apply |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | June 16, 2026 |
| Position | Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 School Year |
| Available | August 31, 2026 |
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👉 For more details: 2023-2027 HEA Support Staff Contract |
| Applicant Requirements | Email hr@hopatcongschools.org to apply |
| Closing Date | When Filled |
| Posted | June 15, 2026 |
| Position | High School Physical Education Leave Replacement |
| Available | September 8, 2026 |
| Job Description | Leave beginning Tuesday, September 8. 2026 and ending Wednesday, November 25, 2026 |
| 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 | June 9, 2026 |
| Position | High School Multiply Disabled Teacher Leave Replacement |
| Available | August 26, 2026 |
| Job Description | leave beginning August 26, 2026 and ending November 20, 2026 |
| Job Requirements | Valid NJ Students with Disabilities 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 | June 9, 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 | May 21, 2026 |
| Position | Anticipated High School Biology Teacher |
| Available | August 26, 2026 |
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| Job Requirements | Valid NJ Teaching Certificate in Biology |
| Job Benefits |
👉 For more details: View School Employees' Health Benefits Program (SEHBP) |
| 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
