District Paraprofessionals [Part-Time]

Hackensack Public Schools; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hackensack Public Schools seeks Anticipated Part-Time Paraprofessional positions for the 2026/2027 school year. This role supports teachers in and out of the classroom, assists with instructional tasks, and helps maintain a positive learning environment across district programs.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 60 college credits or Praxis ParaPro, strong English communication, integrity, and excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required and a minimum of 60 undergraduate credits or Praxis Para Pro test.
• Demonstrate integrity, good character, and initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and community.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with classroom, administrative, and instructional tasks as needed.
• Support student engagement and behavior management under teacher supervision.
• Prepare materials and set up instructional activities as directed.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and communicate professionally with staff, parents, and the community.

Skills

Integrity and good character

Enthusiasm and interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

English communication

Professional communication

Aptitude and competence

Education

High school diploma

60 undergraduate college credits

Praxis ParaPro test

Job description

Overview

Position: Anticipated Part-Time Paraprofessional Positions for the 2026/2027 School Year

Location: Any District school or program.

Terms of Employment / Fringe Benefits: 10-Month, Part-Time; Sick & Personal Time; Pension Plan

Hours / Work Year: 5.75 hours per day / 28.75 hours per week; 183 days

Compensation (No health benefits will be offered):

• Hourly Rate
• Per Diem Rate
• Annual Salary
• Gross Per Pay (20 Pays)

• $26.50, per hour
• $152.37, per diem
• $27,884.00, annual
• $1,394.20, gross per pay

Nature and Scope of Job

Provides assistance to the teacher in any and all tasks regarded as necessary in the conduct of a class both in and outside of the classroom and school building.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with classroom, administrative, and instructional tasks as needed.
• Support student engagement and behavior management under teacher supervision.
• Prepare materials and set up instructional activities as directed.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and communicate with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community in a professional manner.

Qualifications

1. Have a high school diploma, a minimum of sixty (60) undergraduate college credits or pass Praxis Para Pro test.
2. Have integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
3. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and excellent interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
4. Have excellent organizational skills.
5. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
6. Demonstrate aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
7. Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status and required criminal background check.
8. Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4

Application Process

Interested applicants must apply via Applitrack. Job ID# xxxx. Application Deadline: Open until filled.