Classroom Assistant- Joseph F. Cappello

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,251 - 46,451; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription and Dental Benefi

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. seeks staff to support students and promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and a commitment to working with diverse learners. Candidates must be a NJ resident within one year of hire.

The position is full-time with benefits, and the work focuses on creating a positive, inclusive learning environment for students in the school year 2026-2027.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency required.
• Must be physically capable to lift 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work with students with diverse needs.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a certified teacher, provide support to students to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
• Ability to relate to culturally diverse students desired.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and support safety and well-being of students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

School Year 2026-2027

Description

• Under the direction of a certified teacher, provide support to students to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.


• Ability to relate to culturally diverse students desired.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or high school equivalency certification.


• Possess the physical and mental capacity to perform major job responsibilities including but not limited to the ability to lift 50 pounds.


• Willingness to work with students with diverse needs.


• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Requirements

The employee must demonstrate physical strength, agility, and energy to perform essential job functions and to ensure health, welfare, and safety of all students and of self. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the employee to perform the essential functions of the job: sitting, standing, reaching, walking, lifting, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, finger dexterity, carrying, repetitive motions, speaking, listening, and visual acuity. The employee must lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription and Dental Benefits

Salary

• Following the established MCSSETA Salary Guide Step 1 $32,251-$46,451

Required criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status

Must be NJ resident within one year from date of hire

EEO/AA/ADA Employer

Guaranteeing equal access to all categories of employment without discriminating on the basis of any of the protected categories listed at N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1(a).