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Instructional Positions

Long-Term Leave Replacement Teacher - 2nd Grade

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Eastern Christian School is seeking a 2nd Grade Long-Term Leave Replacement Teacher, from February 2026 – June 2026. 

The Leave Replacement Teacher is responsible for working with their principal, support staff and teacher colleagues to assist in establishing and maintaining an effective learning climate in the school.

In instructional planning: 

  • Follow the school’s written curriculum.
  • Translate course goals into student friendly objectives for lessons suitable to the age level and developmental needs of students.
  • Plan learning experiences which encourage the natural curiosity of students and are relevant to their lives and experiences.
  • Plan lessons that connect Biblical principles to concepts about God’s world. 
  • Design and use differentiated instruction which appeals to multiple learning styles.
  • Select means of assessment that effectively measures students’ learning. 
  • Maintain a wholesome spiritual and emotional atmosphere conducive to the spiritual nurture and development of the students.  

In teaching a class:

  • Assume the role of a teacher, coach, or guide facilitating learning rather than being the source of all information.
  • Emphasize the development of critical thinking where meaning and understanding of concepts have priority over factual knowledge.
  • Create a safe, caring classroom environment of acceptance and respect which encourages growth and nurtures spirituality.

In relating with students:

  • Establish a climate of love and care.
  • Define responsible Christian behavior, including guidelines and consequences.

In relating to parents:

  • Communicate regularly about their child’s progress and needs.
  • Respond to parental requests for information in a timely manner.

In professional growth:

  • Annually meet with the Principal or Supervisor to create goals for a Professional Development Plan.
  • Be committed to keep current with new research in learning and best practices.
  • Attend faculty meetings, inservice meetings and other assigned committee meetings.

Qualifications Include:

Professionally

  • Ability to obtain State Certification or ECSA Board Endorsement
  • Possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in education

 

Spiritually

  • Acceptance of ECSA’s Statement of Faith
  • A strong, clear, Christian testimony
  • A mature, godly spirit

 

Personally

  • A lifestyle of Biblical integrity
  • A spirit of dedication, commitment, flexibility, and responsiveness to the needs of others
  • The ability to listen and respond to counsel
  • A strong philosophical commitment to Christian education and the mission of Eastern Christian School.
  • Subscription to the Reformed doctrines as outlined and professed in the Heidelberg Catechism, Canons of Dordt and the Belgic Confession.
Before School Paraprofessional

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Eastern Christian School is seeking a Before School Paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year. The Before School Paraprofessional supervises before school activities. This position is located on the Eastern Christian Upper Elementary and Middle School campus. The hours and schedule for this position is 7:00am – 8:00am, Monday through Friday. 

Responsibilities Include:

Provide student supervision before the school day begins. 

Oversee student sign in and activities

Ensure that all safety standards are followed.

Ensures that all children are respectful of school property and school rules are followed.

Maintain accurate documentation of attendance, absences and emergency information on each child.

Qualifications Include:

Experience working with children is preferred.

Good communication skills with people from many different backgrounds.

Acceptance of ECSA’s Statement of Faith.

A strong, clear, Christian testimony.

It is anticipated that the person in this position will have regular, predictable on-site attendance.

The person in this position regularly communicates with teachers, students and parents. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

 

Non-Instructional Positions

Middle School Boys Basketball Coach - Winter 2025/26

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Eastern Christian Middle School is seeking a Boys Basketball Coach for the winter 2025-2026 season.

Softball Assistant Coach - Spring 2026

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Eastern Christian High School is seeking a Softball Assistant Coach for the Spring 2026 season.

Middle School Track & Field Coach - Spring 2026

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Eastern Christian School is seeking a Middle School Track & Field Coach for the Spring 2026 season.

Bus Drivers

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Come join our team! We currently offer full-time and part-time driving positions. Select opportunities may be benefits eligible.

In addition to a $2,500 signing bonus, Eastern Christian will pay for and help all qualified candidates obtain a B class CDL with a P and S endorsement.
Competitive hourly salary! Summers off! Flexible work schedule!
  • Must have or be willing to obtain B class CDL with a P and S endorsement.
  • Must have updated physical form.
  • Must have updated fingerprint form.
  • Subject to background check before hire.
  • Must provide references.
  • Must have a church affiliation.

Interested parties should contact careers@easternchristian.org for more information.

Kitchen Substitutes - Eagles Cafe

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The Eagle’s Cafe (cafeteria), located at the High School campus in North Haledon, occasionally needs substitutes to help in the kitchen.

This is a five (5) hour shift. 8:00 AM-1:00 PM unless otherwise specified.

Requirements include personal mode of transportation for inter-campus lunch delivery.  Tasks include general kitchen prep and clean up at the direction of the supervisor on staff.

 
 

Other Positions

Homestay Family - 2025-2026 School Year

Eastern Christian is seeking Homestay Families for the 2025-2026 school year. The homestay family is responsible for cultivating a safe, nurturing, structured and comfortable home environment for Eastern Christian School’s international student(s). The Homestay Family should be able to develop a relationship with the student in the home; grounded in compassion, mutual respect, and consistency. Hosting an international student is truly a ministry, an opportunity to share Christ’s love in your home. When an international family decides to send their child to America, a large measure of trust is being given to Eastern Christian School and to the Homestay Family. The Homestay Family will ensure that each child will be safe and loved. Eastern Christian expects the Homestay Family to take a proactive and hands-on approach and are responsible for a multitude of tasks related to the students’ experience at their home and at Eastern Christian School.

An annual stipend is paid to the Homestay Family.

Please contact Sandra De Marco, Host Family Coordinator, for more information.  973-727-5765 or sandrademarco@easternchristian.org.

 

 

 

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