Classroom Support & Learning Assistant

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 35,536 - 43,242; Full time

Job summary

Newark Board of Education seeks a Teacher Aide to assist in various locations within the district. Provisional employment with a 120-day working test period and probationary evaluation follows hire.

Responsibilities include direct classroom aide, clerical duties, and supporting reading and math activities. Eligibility requires 60 semester hours or an associate degree, with NCLB-aligned qualifications.

Qualifications

• 60 semester hour credits from a higher education institution.
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must meet NCLB requirements and demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, math readiness as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct aide to teachers and certificated staff in classrooms.
• Monitor classroom when teacher is away and assist in activities.
• Perform clerical duties including attendance, typing and records.
• Assist in delivering instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Skills

Teaching knowledge

Instruction support

Reading/writing/mathematics assistance

English communication

Record-keeping

Education

60 semester hours credits

Associates degree

Tools

Electronic/Manual recording systems

Job description

Newark Board of Education seeks a Teacher Aide to assist in various locations within the district. Provisional employment with a 120-day working test period and probationary evaluation follows hire.

Responsibilities include direct classroom aide, clerical duties, and supporting reading and math activities. Eligibility requires 60 semester hours or an associate degree, with NCLB-aligned qualifications.