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Job Posting: Long-Term Leave Replacement Kindergarten Teacher

Position Title: Long-Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher

Location: Aura Elementary School/Elk Township Public Schools

Duration: Late August 2026 – Early October 2026

Classification: Full-Time, Temporary (Long-Term Leave)

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing, and dedicated educator to join our primary team as a Long-Term Leave Replacement Kindergarten Teacher for the start of the 2026–2027 school year.

The ideal candidate will establish a warm, structured, and welcoming classroom environment from day one, ensuring our youngest learners experience a seamless and positive transition into elementary school.

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional Delivery: Implement age-appropriate, engaging, and hands-on lessons in early literacy, foundational mathematics, and social-emotional development.
• Classroom Management: Establish clear routines, expectations, and a positive classroom culture that promotes independence and a growth mindset.
• Assessment & Tracking: Monitor student progress through formative checks and observational data to support individual learning needs.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with the kindergarten grade-level team to align lesson plans and maintain proactive, warm communication with families.

Qualifications

• Appropriate State Teaching Certification (e.g., NJ P-3, Elementary K-6, or equivalent certification/eligibility).
• Strong understanding of early childhood development, foundational literacy (phonics/phonemic awareness), and play-based learning.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to quickly build rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application materials as soon as possible. Please email the following documents to Dr. Briean Madden at maddenb@auraelementary.us

1. Cover Letter detailing your experience with early childhood education.
2. Current Resume.
3. Copy of teaching certification(s).

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Paraprofessional

Aura Early Learning Center and Aura Elementary School seek full-time paraprofessionals for the 2024-2025 school year. Please use this link to apply through ESS.