Anticipated Paraprofessional (Kindergarten) - Part-Time

East Hanover Township Schools; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Personal leave

Bereavement leave

FMLA/NJFLA

Job summary

East Hanover Township Schools is seeking a Part-Time Paraprofessional for Kindergarten at Frank J. Smith School (P-1). Effective December 9, 2026, this position supports early childhood students with guidance from certified staff. The role requires a background check and U.S.

citizenship or legal resident status. Wage is $26.98 per hour, with district policy governing benefits for part-time staff and eligibility for FMLA/NJFLA where applicable. Location is at Frank J.

Qualifications

• Preferred NJ instructional certificate or experience with young children.
• Criminal history background check required.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status required.

Responsibilities

• Duties per attached job description.

Skills

Experience with young children

Education

New Jersey Instructional Certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: Frank J. Smith Elementary School
• Date Available: 12/09/2026
• Closing Date: 11/06/2026

=== POSITION INFORMATION ===

POSITION: Paraprofessional (Kindergarten)

LOCATION: Frank J. Smith School (Grades P-1)

EFFECTIVE DATE: December 9, 2026

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time

=== REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATION ===

• New Jersey Instructional Certificate preferred, or experience working with young children
• Criminal history background check required
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status required

=== DUTIES ===

• Per the attached job description.

=== SALARY / COMPENSATION ===

• $26.98/hour

=== BENEFITS / OTHER COMPENSATION ===

Part-time employees receive sick, personal, and bereavement leave, in accordance with district policy and the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

FMLA/NJFLA are provided for eligible staff members.

=== COMPENSATION DISCLOSURE (NJ Compliance) ===

The wage rate or salary range and benefits information listed above are provided in accordance with New Jersey law. Nothing in this posting shall be construed to prohibit the District from offering wages, benefits, or other compensation above those listed at the time of hire.

=== DEADLINE ===

• No later than November 6, 2026

THIS NOTICE TO BE POSTED ON A PROMINENT SCHOOL BULLETIN BOARD FROM October 27, 2026, THROUGH November 6, 2026.