BCAS Teacher Assistant

Education Jobs NJ; Clermont (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant for the Burlington County Alternative School (BCAS). You will support teachers and students with behavior management, supervision, and learning activities, while promoting academic and social-emotional growth in a diverse student population.

Responsibilities include providing instructional class coverage when needed, in line with NJ Substitute Teacher Certificate requirements, district policies, and established procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree preferred.
• Valid New Jersey Substitute Teacher Certificate or eligibility to obtain one.
• Ability to effectively manage and supervise students.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality and interact with students respectfully.
• Safety-Care certification required as applicable.
• Ability to provide instructional class coverage when assigned by the building administrator.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers and students with behavior management and supervision.
• Lead classroom activities and support academic and social-emotional development.
• Respond appropriately to student behavioral needs and crises.
• Provide instructional class coverage when needed per district procedures.

Skills

Student supervision

Communication & collaboration

Safety-Care certification

Instructional coverage

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Job description

Position Type:

Support Staff/Teacher Assistant

Date Posted:

9/23/2026

Location:

Alternative School

Burlington County Alternative School (BCAS)

Closing Date:

Until Filled

Full-Time Teacher Assistant

Location:

Burlington County Alternative School (BCAS)

Position Summary:

BCAS is seeking a dedicatedTeacher Assistant to support classroom teachers and students with behavior management, student supervision, classroom activities, and academic and social-emotional development. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with diverse student needs, providing individual and small-group support, responding appropriately to student behavioral needs and crises, and helping maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.

When assigned by the building administrator, the Teacher Assistant may also provide instructional class coverage during the absence of a classroom teacher, consistent with the requirements of their New Jersey Substitute Teacher Certificate, district policies, lesson plans, and established classroom procedures.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred
• Valid New Jersey Substitute Teacher Certificate or eligibility to obtain one
• Ability to effectively manage and supervise students
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality and interact with students in a respectful and supportive manner
• Safety-Care certification required as applicable
• Ability to provide instructional class coverage when assigned by the building administrator

Salary & Benefits:

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is:$23,454 - $30,582

This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance.

Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

Additional Information:

• Must pass criminal history background check
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status required
• Must establish NJ residency within one year of hire
• EEO/AA Employer
• BCSSSD prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (including pregnancy), disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires prolonged periods of standing and walking, along with frequent physical activity
• Ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, reach, kneel, and crouch as necessary
• Ability to lift and/or assist with lifting up to 50 pounds when necessary
• Ability to assist students with physical needs as required