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Job Search

What are the teaching specialties that are in high demand?

• Bilingual Education
• Mathematics
• Sciences
• Special Education
• Speech Pathology
• Substitutes
• Technology Education
• World Languages

When do schools start hiring prospective candidates?
Most of the school districts start hiring during the spring and summer to fill positions opening in the fall. Recruiting continues until all positions are filled.

Certifications

How do I apply for a New Jersey Teaching License?
For information, go to http://www.state.nj.us/njded/educators/license/.

Where do I find information regarding certification in New Jersey's schools?
For information, go to http://www.state.nj.us/njded/educators/license/.

What are the requirements to be a substitute teacher?
Most schools in NJ require a minimum of 60 college-credits. County Superintendents have additional information regarding substitute-teaching requirements. For a listing of the County Superintendent Offices, go to http://www.state.nj.us/njded/educators/license/.

How can I find out about obtaining a teaching certificate via the Alternate Route (Provisional Teacher Program)?
For information, go to http://www.state.nj.us/njded/educators/license/.