Human Resources - Ridgewood Public Schools

Human Resources

Ojetta C. Townes, Manager of Human Resources

Welcome to the Human Resources page of the Ridgewood Public Schools website! Ridgewood is one of the finest school districts in New Jersey and the nation. We have a long history of excellence that sets our district apart from most others, and we work hard every day to maintain that tradition.

Ridgewood’s rigorous recruitment process, coupled with our strong support for professional growth, allows us to attract and develop an exceptional staff of teachers, specialists, and administrators. Our employees receive compensation packages that are among the most generous in the state; and we work in a community that is deeply committed to our goal of preparing intelligent, well-rounded young adults for fulfilling successful lives.

If your passion is to help children learn how to pursue their dreams, and you understand that our complex society demands excellence, then we invite you to bring your talents to Ridgewood!

Department Contacts

Ojetta C. Townes, Manager of Human Resources
201-670-2700 x10504

Cynthia Delaney, Administrative Assistant

201-670-2700 x10540

[email protected]

Donna M. Gathright, Administrative Assistant
201-670-2700 x10542
[email protected]

Useful Websites:

Teacher/Specialist/Administrator Certification

a. N.J.D.O.E. Office of Licensure and Credentials

b. New Jersey Praxis Test Requirements (E.T.S.)

c. "New Pathways to Teaching" Program (for Alternate Route teacher certification candidates)

d. NJ EXCEL Administrator Certification Program (F.E.A./N.J.P.S.A.)

e. N.J.A.S.A. Mentors for New School Administrators

Teacher/Specialist/Administrator Professional Development

a. N.J.E.A. Professional Development Resources

b. N.J.D.O.E. Professional Development

c . N.J.D.O.E. Professional Development for Teachers and School Leaders

d . N.J.A.S.A. Administrator Professional Growth Plan Information

e. The Foundation for Educational Administration

Teacher/Specialist/Administrator State Associations

a. New Jersey Education Association

b. New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association

c. New Jersey Association of School Administrators

Other Professional Resources

a. New Jersey Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development

b. National Association of Elementary School Principals

c. National Association of Secondary School Principals

d. The Association of Mathematics Teachers of NJ

e. New Jersey Science Teachers Association

f. New Jersey Council for the Social Studies

Health Insurance & Retirement

b. NJ Division of Pensions and Benefits (Active Employees)

c. NJ Division of Pensions and Benefits (Retirement)

d. Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund

e. Public Employees' Retirement System

f. New Jersey Family Leave Insurance

g. Social Security Administration

h . Prudential Disability Insurance