FT Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teacher Assistant) - Barnegat Public School District

Monmouth-Ocean Educational School District; Barnegat Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (single coverage)

Paid time off

Job summary

The Monmouth-Ocean Educational School District is seeking a Full-Time Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teacher Assistant) in Barnegat Public School District. This role supports students under teacher supervision and helps implement instructional goals across buildings.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 60+ college credits or Praxis Parapro, and strong interpersonal skills. Medical benefits and paid time off are included; hours vary by site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 60+ college credits and/or Praxis Parapro preferred.
• Experience with children in a school setting preferred.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Basic computer/app knowledge; ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with daily activities and transitions.
• Support teacher in implementing instructional goals.
• Help students reinforce material and participate in class activities.
• Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and buses when needed.

Skills

Child experience

Organizational skills

Computer basics

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

60+ College Credits

Praxis Parapro Test

Job description

FT Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teacher Assistant) - Barnegat Public School District JobID: 759

• Date Posted: 10/12/2026
• Date Available: 10/26/2026

Full-Time Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teacher's Assistant) -Barnegat Public School District

Salary: $22.16/hr - (annualized $26,503.36)
Paid time off - Up to 10 paid sick & 2 paid personal days

Medical and prescription benefits (single coverage)

Hours: Vary across the district:
- Lillian M. Dunfee, 128 Barnegat Blvd, 8:45-3:45
- Cecil S. Collins, 570 Barnegat Blvd, 8:15-3:15
- Russell O. Brackman Middle School, 600 Barnegat Blvd 7:35-2:35
- Barnegat High School, 180 Bengal Blvd, 7:15-2:15

*Enrollment in NJ State Pension System and School Calendar*

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma (required)
• Sixty (60) or more college credits at an approved institution of higher education and/or proof of passing the Praxis Parapro Assessment Test (preferred)
• Preferred experience with children in a school setting.
• Good organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and email.
• Good interpersonal skills with children and adults.
• Ability to pass a criminal history check and show proof of US Citizenship or legal resident alien status.
• Ability to communicate and have command of the English language.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent or his/her designee may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO

Supervisor of Special Services or appropriate Administratoras designated by the Superintendent.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the student(s) to whom assigned in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, and toileting students when necessary.
• Perform simple errands and tasks for student(s) such as sharpening pencils, carrying lunch trays, scribing, etc.
• Work collaboratively with the teacher in helping students to reach their instructional goals and educational milestones.
• Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, work with students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Accompany student(s) to whom assigned from class to class around the building.
• Assist and support students in reaching their academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Make effort to establish an appropriate and professional relationship with the student(s).
• Maintain good attendance, appearance and punctuality.
• Assist students, as appropriate, when the student has physical limitations or is wheelchair bound
• Meet student(s) at school bus at the start of the student's school day and ensure student(s) are safely placed on the school bus at the end of the day, when necessary.
• Perform tasks as assigned by the Supervisor or his/ her designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Paraprofessional 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, visual acuity and the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Full-Time, 10 months

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the MOESC'sboard's policy on evaluation of support personnel.

MOESC - WE ARE AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER