29.6-Hour Paraprofessional, Category A

Education Jobs NJ; Tenafly (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave days

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ in New Jersey seeks a 29.6-hour Paraprofessional, Category A for the 2026-2027 school year, providing classroom support to elementary students under supervision. The position begins August 28, 2026 and offers sick, personal, family illness, and bereavement days as part of benefits.

Pay is $28.62 per hour, with final placement based on education, experience, and the district salary guide. Applicants must pass a criminal history background check and provide proof of U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children and adults, and to perform assigned duties
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Responsibilities

Job description

Position Type:

Support Staff/Paraprofessionals

Date Posted:

7/15/2026

Location:

Elementary

Date Available:

08/28/2026

The following posting is available for the 2026-2027 school year

Elementary

29.6-Hour Paraprofessional, Category A

START DATE:

August 28, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children and adults, and to perform assigned duties
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

BENEFITS:

• Sick, personal, family illness, and bereavement day allotments are included

PAY RATE:

$28.62 per hour

The salary range reflects the anticipated base compensation for this position. Final salary placement will be determined based on the selected candidate's relevant education, years of experience, and alignment with the District's negotiated salary guide and/or placement practices.

Job ID #1769