1:1 Teacher Assistant

Education Jobs NJ; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen County Special Services invites applications for a 1:1 Teacher Assistant position within the Springboard program. The role supports students with disabilities and requires a high school diploma, physical capability to lift up to 25 lbs, and willingness to complete Elwyn training. NJ residency is required.

The position is a 10-month, non-certificated role under the BCSS Education Association contract, with compensation range listed and standard equal opportunity statements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Effective written and oral expression.
• Demonstrated ability to work with or experience working with children with disabilities.
• Must be able to perform physical work which requires frequent lifting and bending. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
• Willing and able to complete Elwyn training.
• Willing to work with students in a community setting
• New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Skills

Written Expression

Oral Expression

Disabilities Experience

Physical Capability

Elwyn Training

Community Setting

NJ Residency

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Position Type: Support Staff Non-Certificated

Date Posted: 9/24/2026

Location: SPRINGBOARD

Date Available: 10/01/2026

Closing Date: 10/08/2026

BERGEN COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES

ANNOUNCEMENT: POSITION OPENING

1:1 TEACHER ASSISTANT

(10 Months - Non-certificated)

SPRINGBOARD PROGRAM

Qualifications

1. High School diploma.
2. Effective written and oral expression.
3. Demonstrated ability to work with or experience working with children with disabilities.
4. Must be able to perform physical work which requires frequent lifting and bending. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
5. Willing and able to complete Elwyn training.
6. Willing to work with students in a community setting
7. New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Compensation Rate/Range: $32,935-$46,685

• BCSS Education Association Contract 2023-2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

PCN 04-29-34/deg

c: Presidents, Employee Association