Educational Assistant Title 1 - Classroom

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pension program

Paid time off

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County is seeking an Educational Assistant - Title I to support classrooms. The position requires 7 hours per day, 5 days per week across 185 days per year, in a 10-month schedule.

Base salary aligns with the district salary guide and experience level, with a defined minimum and maximum range. Requirements include a High School Diploma and 60 college credits; bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• 60 college credits required.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.

Skills

Bilingual (a plus)

Education

High School Diploma

60 College credits required

Job description

Position Type: SUPPORT STAFF/Classroom Assistant Date Posted: 10/6/2026 Location: Kuser Closing Date: 10/20/2026 Educational Assistant - Title I Work Schedule:

• 7 hours per day
• 5 days per week
• 185 days per year
• 10 month position

Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• 60 College credits required
• Bilingual (a plus)

Effective: 2026-2027 School Year Salary:

• As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level
• Minimum $29,250- maximum $40,713

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package: including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

• In accordance with S-414/A-3188 (http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM), school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.
• Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml)