The members of the state board shall be appointed by the governor, by and with the advice and consent of the senate, for terms of six years commencing on July 1, except as otherwise provided by section 18A:4-5. Each member shall continue in office after the expiration of his term until his successor is appointed and has qualified, and in any such case and in case of any vacancy the successor shall be appointed in like manner for the unexpired term only.
N.J.S. § 18A:4-4