Autism Support Assistant | 10-Month School Year

Undisclosed; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

BERGEN COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES is seeking a Teacher Assistant (Autism) for the 2026-2027 school year at Washington @ Hanover - Bee Meadow School in Whippany, NJ. The position is 10 months, non-certificated, with compensation between $32,935 and $46,685 per year.

The role requires supporting students with disabilities and may involve physical tasks and crisis management training. Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work with individuals

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Strong written and oral expression is expected.
• Experience working with children with disabilities is preferred.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for supporting students with significant educational disabilities is required.
• Must be able to perform physical work, including bending and lifting; able to lift up to 25 lbs. independently.

Skills

Written and oral expression

Experience with disabilities

Enthusiasm for supporting students

Physical work capability

Clerical/computer skills

Autism experience

Crisis Management training willing

New Jersey residency within 1 year

Education

High School diploma

Job description

BERGEN COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES is seeking a Teacher Assistant (Autism) for the 2026-2027 school year at Washington @ Hanover - Bee Meadow School in Whippany, NJ. The position is 10 months, non-certificated, with compensation between $32,935 and $46,685 per year.

The role requires supporting students with disabilities and may involve physical tasks and crisis management training. Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work with individuals