Classroom Aide- Opportunity Program - Workforce Development (Pooled Position)

County College of Morris Foundation; Randolph Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

County College of Morris Foundation is seeking a Classroom Aide for the Opportunity Program in Workforce Development. You'll assist instructors and students in programs focused on adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Candidates must have relevant experience and certifications, especially for specialized programs like Culinary.

The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work during various schedules. Attention to detail and a customer-service focus are essential, along with basic computer knowledge.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students is preferable.
• Prior culinary experience and Serv-Safe Food Handler certification for the Culinary program.
• Reliable and expected to be present at all scheduled sessions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Instructors and Students in Opportunity Programs for Adults with Disabilities.
• Convey information in simple language.
• Assist students and/or customers in one-on-one or group settings.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service focused

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Related experience and certification in associated area

Job description

Posting Summary

Position Title: Classroom Aide – Opportunity Program – Workforce Development (Pooled Position)

Job Category: Part-Time Staff

Salary Range: $25/hr

Position Type: Part Time

Department: Workforce Development – Instructional

Job Summary: The Center for Workforce Development classroom aide is assigned to assist Instructors and Students in an Opportunity Programs for Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disability (IDD). Aides will be assigned to programs based on previous education or life experience applicable to the Opportunity Program’s curriculum and skills content, as well as cohort size and need. Current programs include the Culinary Opportunity Program I and II and the Horticulture Opportunity Program.

Qualifications – Education

Related experience and certification in associated area, if applicable. For example, Classroom Aides for the Culinary program will need prior culinary experience and Serv‑Safe Food Handler certification.

Qualifications – Experience

Experience supporting students preferable.

Qualifications – Skills

Excellent oral communication skills. Ability to convey information in simple language required. Good organizational skills. Attention to detail. Customer service focused. Previous experience in assisting students and/or customers in one‑on‑one or group settings. Reliable – Classroom Aides are expected to be present at all scheduled sessions, or alert WFD and the instructor in the event of an unavoidable absence. Basic computer knowledge. Light lifting – up to 20 lbs.

Work Hours

Class schedules may include day, evening or weekend schedules. Please specify availability.