In response to recommendations from the Governor’s Task Force on Public School Shortages, Governor Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) announced that Governor Murphy’s budget dedicates $5 million to implement an Educator Certification Fee Holiday. Effective immediately, this initiative aims to alleviate financial burden and streamline the certification process for aspiring educators across the state.

State and federal statutes and regulations prohibit districts from discriminatory practices in employment, educational and vocational education opportunities against any person by reason of race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, age, English proficiency, sexual preference, marital status or veteran status. Further, state and federal protection is extended on account of disabilities, social or economic status, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy related disabilities, actual or potential parenthood, or family status and other applicable laws. 

The Employee Handbook is a compilation and condensation of employee benefits, district policies, association contracts, procedures, and guidelines. It is developed in the Personnel Department for your reference and should only be used as a guide. Your immediate supervisor or administrator is your best resource for specific duties and guidance related to your position. 

The KEANetwork is a partnership provided by Kean University Admissions for Middlesex County Magnet Schools. This partnership offers district employees numerous benefits and perks as they attend Kean University. Tuition discounts of up to 20% are available for members. Discounted rates will vary depending on select programs and locations for employees.

Over time, the State of New Jersey has carefully and deliberately eased restrictions, while ensuring critical public health safeguards remain in place.

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) requires certain employers to provide employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19.

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) supports schools, educators and districts to ensure all of New Jersey's 1.4 million students have equitable access to high quality education and achieve academic excellence. 

As a national leader in education, New Jersey is committed to ensuring excellence within our schools. The New Jersey Department of Education requires committed educators to ensure students achieve postsecondary success. The NJDOE Office of Certification and Induction provides information on how to obtain New Jersey certification for career and technical educators, teachers, school leaders, educational services personnel, and substitutes.  

The Summary of Benefits and Coverage provides a uniform comparison of SHBP/SEHBP plans in compliance with the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. 

The Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) is open to employees of boards of education and the State who must be certified or credentialed as a condition of employment. The Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) is open to other state, county, municipal, authority, and school board employees.

Social Security has provided financial protection for our nation's people for over 80 years. With retirement, disability, and survivors benefits, Social Security is one of the most successful anti-poverty programs in our nation's history. 

Since its inception, NJSchoolsJobs.com, which currently serves over 2,000 public, charter, parochial and private schools throughout NJ, has become the "go-to" place for advertising the most up-to-date and current job postings for participating districts.