Assistant Teacher- Before & After School

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; West New York (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

401(k) eligibility

Access to employee perks and discounts

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Teacher for before and after school programs in West New York, NJ. The role involves maintaining a safe environment, supporting child engagement, and ensuring compliance with child care regulations.

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma, and preferred qualifications include a Para Pro Certificate and Pediatric/CPR First Aid Certification. The position offers pay ranging from $16 to $18 per hour with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Must complete a Child Abuse Record Information Background Check.
• Must complete a Criminal History Record Information Background Check.
• Must complete a mandated 10-hour Health and Safety Training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Support child engagement, classroom organization, and daily program activities.
• Provide consistent supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

Skills

Child engagement

Classroom organization

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Para Pro Certificate

Pediatric/CPR First Aid Certified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

At Catapult Learning, we provide educational solutions that generate academic achievement and better life outcomes for students. As a division of FullBloom and a nationally recognized organization with more than 45 years of student impact, we partner with 500+ school districts to produce positive outcomes that promote academic and professional growth.

Assistant Teacher – Before & After School

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Group/Head Teacher, Site Coordinator, Program Supervisor
LOCATION: West New York, NJ

Position Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports instructional and supervisory responsibilities of the classroom by assisting with daily operations and student engagement. This role maintains a safe, structured, and nurturing environment within before‑ and after‑school programs, as well as seasonal summer programming. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with staff to promote student engagement, social‑emotional development, and positive behavior in alignment with program expectations.

Program Hours

• Before Care: 7:30 AM – 8:40 AM
• After Care: 2:45 PM – 5:45 PM

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Support child engagement, classroom organization, and daily program activities.
• Provide consistent supervision to ensure the safety and well‑being of all students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes pro‑social behavior and student engagement.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, and staff.
• Implement behavior management strategies aligned with program philosophy.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student and family information.
• Participate in required staff meetings, training, and school events.
• Complete a minimum of 12 hours of annual professional development, including required orientation training.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations outlined in the New Jersey Manual of Requirements for Child Care Centers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the program.

Other Job Requirements

• Must complete a Child Abuse Record Information Background Check.
• Must complete a Criminal History Record Information Background Check.
• Must complete a mandated 10‑hour Health and Safety Training.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet applications is preferred.

Benefits

• Pay for this role is $16–$18 per hour.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support.
• 401(k) eligibility after meeting age and service requirements.
• Access to employee perks and discounts.
• Workers’ comp coverage and applicable state leave protections.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Para Pro Certificate (preferred).
• Pediatric/CPR First Aid Certified.

Pay Rate

USD $16.00 – $18.00 per hour.

Physical Requirements

Light lifting, walking, climbing stairs.

FullBloom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.