Job Opportunities

Hopatcong Middle School is seeking a dedicated and student-centered (ERI) Teacher to support students in grades 4–7 with significant social, emotional, and behavioral needs. The ERI teacher will provide specialized instruction in a structured, supportive classroom environment designed to promote emotional regulation, academic achievement, and positive social development. The successful candidate will utilize evidence-based practices and collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure student success.

• Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate (Teacher of Students with Disabilities or equivalent required)
• Appropriate NJ instructional certification (e.g., Elementary School Teacher K–6 and/or subject-area certification)
• Demonstrated experience working with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities preferred
• Strong classroom management and behavioral intervention skills
• Knowledge of PBIS, SEL, and crisis intervention strategies (e.g., CPI)
• Ability to build positive, therapeutic relationships with students

• Pay Scale: View the HEA salary guide and longevity information at this link.
• $72,140 - $112,090
• Benefits Overview:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance in accordance with Chapter 78 and Chapter 44 for full-time licensed staff.
• NJ State Pension administered by the Division of Pensions and Benefits (TPAF or PERS based on certification).
• Optional 403(b) and 457(b).
• Optional AFLAC and Prudential Disability Plans.
• Optional Pre-Tax Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid leave: 10 sick days, 4 personal days accrued annually.

👉 For more details: View School Employees' Health Benefits Program (SEHBP)
        2023-2027 HEA Contract

• Experience in an ERI, BD, or self-contained special education setting
• Familiarity with trauma-informed and restorative practices

• Valid New Jersey ESL Certification (English as a Second Language) required
• New Jersey Teaching Certificate (e.g., Elementary K–6 or content area certification)
• Knowledge of second language acquisition theory and best practices
• Experience working with multilingual learners preferred
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to support students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

• Pay Scale: View the HEA salary guide and longevity information at this link.
• $72,140 - $112,090
• Benefits Overview:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance in accordance with Chapter 78 and Chapter 44 for full-time licensed staff.
• NJ State Pension administered by the Division of Pensions and Benefits (TPAF or PERS based on certification).
• Optional 403(b) and 457(b).
• Optional AFLAC and Prudential Disability Plans.
• Optional Pre-Tax Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid leave: 10 sick days, 4 personal days accrued annually.

👉 For more details: View School Employees' Health Benefits Program (SEHBP)
        2023-2027 HEA Contract

• Bilingual skills (Spanish or other languages) preferred but not required
• Experience with WIDA standards and ACCESS testing

send all letters of interest to: hr@hopatcongschools.org

• Pay: $210/day

• • Substitute nurses are not eligible for benefits unless they are a long term substitute placed on guide.

• Pay: NJ Minimum Wage $15.92/hour.

• Substitute paraprofessionals are not eligible for benefits.

• High School diploma required
• Excellent communication skills
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

• Hourly Rate - $18.03 per hour
• NJ State Pension administered by the Division of Pensions and Benefits (DCRP or PERS based on membership requirements).

• Optional 403(b and 457 (B)
• Optional AFLAC Disability Plans
• Paid sick leave:  10 sick days, 3 personal days accrued annually

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.