2636-Classroom Aide

First-Children-Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Vacation/Sick Pay

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

First Children Services is seeking a Classroom Aide to support students with diverse learning needs in a North Bergen, NJ setting. This full-time, non-exempt role assists with academics and social-emotional development within a structured classroom.

The position reports to the school principal and emphasizes collaboration, safety, and ongoing professional development. A high school diploma is required; higher education is a plus, with a comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Academic Support: Assist students with assignments, homework, and projects.
• Social/Emotional/Behavioral Support: Provide emotional support and encouragement to students.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents and other professionals.
• Ensure overall safety and well-being for students in their care and supervision.
• Support students in related therapies as required.
• Maintain accurate timesheets and complete session notes in Central Reach.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Patience

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Job description

2636-Classroom Aide

Full Time North Bergen, NJ, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 2636

Salary Range: $19.50 To $21.50 Annually

Classroom Aide

Full time/Non-exempt

Compensation Range: $19.50-$21.50/per hour

Reports to: School Principal

Position Summary:

The Classroom Aide would provide essential support to students with diverse learning needs while focusing on academic, behavioral, and emotional development. A Specialized Paraprofessional primarily supports students in an educational setting, assisting with academic tasks, and providing social and emotional support. Their focus is on facilitating learning and social-emotional integration within the classroom. This role requires a dedicated individual who is passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives.

North Hudson Academy, a First Children School, is a New Jersey Department of Education approved private special education school, serving students from PreK through high school. Our school offers programs for students with behavioral/emotional issues, pre[1]school handicapped and learners on the Autism Spectrum.

Job Responsibilities:

• Academic Support: Assist students with assignments, homework, and projects. Provide one-on-one or small-group instructional support. Utilize strategies to enhance student learning.
• Social/Emotional/Behavioral Support: Provide emotional support and encouragement to students. Assist with social and emotional skills development. Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Use individual and general classroom management strategies to promote academic and social engagement. Support students in managing their emotions and behavior.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents and other professionals. Collaborate with staff and supervisors as needed to assess and monitor concerns.
• Ensure overall safety and well-being for students in their care and supervision.
• Support students in related therapies as required.
• Work collaboratively with a supervisor when providing consultation and feedback.
• Participate in ongoing annual training and professional development opportunities
• Stay up-to-date on best practices in education and behavioral health
• Incorporate trauma-informed practices
• Maintain accurate timesheets and complete session notes in Central Reach

Team:

This role will be part of the Instructional team, reporting to the school principal.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff members
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher
• Experience working with students with social and emotional challenges

Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation/sick pay, life insurance, short & long-term disability, access to EAP and discount plans, 401(k) retirement plan, and employee referral bonus plan.

Who we are:

First Children Services is comprised of a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing the very best services day in and day out. We integrate a variety of effective techniques along with family involvement to achieve optimum results.

At First Children Services, children and their families with the most extraordinary challenges are met with compassion, dedication and determination.

EEO: First Children Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Our agency prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

First Children Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.