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Employment Opportunities 
SY 2025-2026

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Positions Open and Fill Quickly! 
Positions are D
ependent on Availability of Funds and Needs of the School. 
There is NO Guarantee of Hire Upon Submission of Resume. 

You will be contacted should an opportunity arise and you meet the needed qualifications. 
 
"We Appreciate Your Interest!"


New Jersey Certificated Teachers
(NJ Preschool to Grade 3 Certification Required)
 
  • Position Type: Early Childhood Teacher

  • Date Posted: 07/01/2025

  • Location: Our School Campus is located at 829 South Avenue & 912 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ 07062

  • Closing Date: Ongoing until a Candidate is hired
     

  • Qualifications:

  • New Jersey Limited, CE, CEAS, Provisional; or Standard Teacher Certification in subject are REQUIRED. (New Jersey Preschool to Grade 3)

  • Strong command of effective teaching best-practices

  • Ability to design and carry out classroom Lesson Plans, Activities; and work with diverse groups, needs, and abilities.

  • Strong command of data analysis and ability to use data to drive instruction.

  • Students may not be bathroom trained.

  • Ability to maintain a positive learning environment

  • Ability to work collaboratively with Colleagues, Curriculum Coaches; and Program Administrator(s).

  • Strong communication/interpersonal skills

  • Salary Range:

  • $50,000.00 - $75,000.00

  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Retirement, Other

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401 K

  • Dental insurance

  • Employee discount

  • Health insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Professional development assistance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

  • NJ Preschool to Grade 3 Certification (Required!)

Ability to Commute:

  • Plainfield, NJ 07062 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Plainfield, NJ 07062: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Employment Posting on Indeed can be found here.

 
 

 
 
Teacher's Assistants 
Substitute Teachers  / TA's
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Re: Early Childhood/Pre-Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant(s) & Substitute Teacher(s) Needed

  • Position Type: Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant 

  • Date Posted: 07/01/2025

  • Location: Our School Campus is located at 829 South Avenue & 912 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ 07062

  • Closing Date: Ongoing until a Candidate is hired
     

  • Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma Required

  • CDA Certification

  • Paraprofessional Testing

  • Associates Degree or 60 college level credits

  • Substitute Teacher Certification

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • Experience working with students in a Preschool setting.

  • Excellent Communication and Writing Skills

  • Salary Range:

  • $20,000.00 - $50,000.00 

Please note: Salary depends on Employment Role and Certifications

  • Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Retirement, Other

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $50,000.00 per year depending on role and assignment 

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Retirement plan

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

  • NJ Substitute Teacher Certification 

Ability to Commute:

  • Plainfield, NJ 07062 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Plainfield, NJ 07062: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Employment Posting on Indeed can be found here

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(Traditional)
Childcare Lead Worker
Childcare Lead Worker's Assistant  

High School Diploma Required (at minimum)

 

Re: Childcare Worker 

  • Position Type: Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant 

  • Date Posted: 07/01/2025

  • Location: Our School Campus is located at 829 South Avenue & 912 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ 07062

  • Closing Date: Ongoing until a Candidate is hired
     

  • Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma Required

  • CDA Certification (Preferred)

  • Paraprofessional Testing

  • Associates Degree or 60 college level credits

  • Substitute Teacher Certification

  • Experience working with students in a Preschool setting.

  • Excellent Communication and Writing Skills

  • Salary Range: $15.49 - $18.00 per hour 

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Kindly please forward the following items for employment consideration:  
 

Employment Application (Can Be Found Here) 

Cover Letter

Resume
Copy of New Jersey Certifications
Copy of Educational Diplomas / Degrees / Certificates

Letters of Completion

Employment References (3 minimum)

 Character  References (3 minimum)

Letters of Recommendation

Link to Professional Portfolio - if applicable  
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To: 
bfisher@alandjeansinc.nj.k12us.com 
Mrs. Beverly Fisher, MA
Administrative Assistant

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C/O: Mr. T. Fisher, Executive Director 



​The Executive Director and Administrative Assistant will review your submission and contact for an interview. 

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"THANK YOU!!"

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-WE APPRECIATE YOUR INTEREST-

 

 

 

 

 

-Sample Employment Process-

(Revision of Standard Operating Procedures)

SY 2025-2026

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Please note: This is a soft sample schedule of events

and is subject to change at anytime. 

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Positions are dependent upon: 

Availability of Funds / Enrollment 

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Employment is - "At-Will"

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Candidate will review  the job posting. 

Candidate will apply for the position. 

Candidate's application will be received and reviewed. 

If selected for an Interview, the candidate will be contacted.

A screening interview & employment discussion will take place. 

A formal interview will take place.  

The candidate will present a mock lesson or presentation.

The candidate can submit a virtual or hard copy portfolio. 

School Tour.

Selection of the candidate. 

Reference checks. 

Employment Offer. 

Benefits Presentation (If applicable to position)

Contract Signing &/Or Verbal Agreement  

CARI & CHRI Completion. 

Background Check. 

Required Training, Forms, Signatures to be signed. 

Start Date: TBD  


 
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Our School Has Been Apart Of The Plainfield Community Since 1995! 

-We are celebrating 30 years of service to the City of Plainfield and its surrounding communities!-

 

Chief School Administrator: 

Mr. Talon D. Fisher, M. Ed., Ed. S. 

 CEO / President & Executive Director 

tfisher@thenetherwoodacademyinc.nj.k12us.com

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Mrs. Beverly Fisher, MA 

Administrative Assistant

bfisher@alandjeansinc.nj.k12us.com

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The Netherwood Academy Inc. is a Non-Profit 501C3 Organization

For Donations and Giving Please Contact: Mr. Talon D. Fisher

Thank you very much! Your support is greatly appreciated!

Our Students, Staff; and Families Thank You!!

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Main Office Phone Number: 908 279-6025

Fax Machine Number: 908 412-8588

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-Central Registration-

Student Enrollment and School Tour Scheduling: 908 540-6151

 

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La Academia Netherwood Inc. es una organización sin fines de lucro 501C3. Para donaciones, comuníquese con el Sr. Talon D. Fisher. ¡Muchas gracias! Agradecemos enormemente su apoyo. ¡Gracias a nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias!

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Teléfono de la oficina principal: 908 279-6025

Fax: 908 412-8588 ​

-Registro Central-

Matrícula y Programación de Visitas a la Escuela: 908 540-6151

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School Administrator in Charge of Childcare Licensing: Mr. Talon D. Fisher

 

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