High School Teacher Assistant 10-Month Full-Time Benefits

Union County Educational Services Commission; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical & dentalBenefits

NJ Pension Enrollment (PERS)

Paid sick days

PTO days

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Summer employment opportunities

Job summary

Union County Educational Services Commission is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Hillcrest Academy - South Campus in Westfield, NJ. This full-time position supports high school students in an innovative program designed to be highly supportive and individualized.

Hours are 8:20 to 2:40 p.m. with benefits including medical/dental, pension enrollment, paid time off, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and professional development. Available November 2026; closing date 12/31/2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college credits in Education or a related field completed at an accredited college or university preferred
• Substitute Teacher certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Education preferred
• Previous experience working with high school students, preferably in an educational setting
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills needed to relate well with students, teaching staff and administration

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with high school students

Education

60 college credits in Education or related field

Job description

Union County Educational Services Commission is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Hillcrest Academy - South Campus in Westfield, NJ. This full-time position supports high school students in an innovative program designed to be highly supportive and individualized.

Hours are 8:20 to 2:40 p.m. with benefits including medical/dental, pension enrollment, paid time off, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and professional development. Available November 2026; closing date 12/31/2026.