Educational Assistants - Special Ed MD

Hamilton Township School District; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dent

Paid Time Off and NJ Pension

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District is seeking an Educational Assistant (MD) to support students in our multiple disabilities program under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves hands-on daily assistance with academic tasks, mobility, communication, and personal care as needed.

The position runs 185 days per year, 10 months, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 60 college credits preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on daily assistance with academic tasks.
• Assist with physical mobility.
• Support communication and personal care as needed.

Education

High School Diploma

60 College credits preferred

Job description

Educational Assistants - Special Ed MD JobID: 3484

Openings as of 8/30/2026

• Position Type: SUPPORT STAFF/ Educational Assistant
• Date Posted: 8/25/2026
• Location: Elementary
• Closing Date: 09/30/2026

Educational Assistant (MD)

The Special Education Assistant works under the direct supervision of a certified teacher to support students in our multiple disabilities program.

Responsibilities include:

• providing hands-on daily assistance with:
  • academic tasks
  • physical mobility
  • communication
  • personal care including toileting when needed

Work Schedule:

• 185 days per year
• 10 month position

Requirement:

• High School Diploma
• 60 College credits preferred

Effective: 2026-2027School Year

• As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level

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.

AA/EEO

• 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 )

Postings current as of 8/30/2026 5:19:46 AM CST.