Classroom Assistant- Joseph F. Cappello

Mercer-County-Special-Services-School-District; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription and Dental Benef

Full-time staff benefits

Job summary

Mercer County Special Services School District is seeking a Classroom Assistant at Joseph Cappello School in Hamilton, NJ. The role focuses on supporting students to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth under a certified teacher's supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities and behavior management, and helping students with diverse needs access instruction while fostering a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work with diverse students.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a certified teacher, provide support to students to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
• Assist with classroom activities and behavior management as needed.
• Support students with diverse needs to access instruction and participate in activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Positive learning environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Classroom Assistant- Joseph F. Cappello

Mercer County Special Services School District Joseph Cappello School - Hamilton, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Mercer County Special Services School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5855832
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

School Year2026-2027

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).

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carline Mirthil , Principal
• Joseph Cappello School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]