Autism Support Assistant – Empower Students in ABA

Applitrack; Mahwah (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Bergen County Special Services invites applications for a Teacher Assistant (Autism) in the Mahwah ABA Program. This 10-month, non-certificated position supports students with significant educational disabilities and requires physical activity, lifting up to 25 lbs. NJ residency within a year is required.

Compensation ranges from $32,935 to $46,685; BCSS Education Association contract 2023-2026. This role is based in Mahwah, NJ and emphasizes crisis management readiness and strong

Qualifications

• Effective written and oral expression.
• Demonstrated ability to work with or experience working with children with disabilities.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for supporting the needs of students with significant educational disabilities.
• Must be able to perform physical work, which requires frequent bending and lifting. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
• Experienced computer/clerical skills – highly preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with Autism– preferred.
• Willing and able to complete Crisis Management training.
• New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Skills

Written and oral expression

Disability support experience

Encouraging students with disabilities

Autism experience

Crisis Management training

Computer/clerical skills

Job description

Bergen County Special Services invites applications for a Teacher Assistant (Autism) in the Mahwah ABA Program. This 10-month, non-certificated position supports students with significant educational disabilities and requires physical activity, lifting up to 25 lbs. NJ residency within a year is required.

Compensation ranges from $32,935 to $46,685; BCSS Education Association contract 2023-2026. This role is based in Mahwah, NJ and emphasizes crisis management readiness and strong