Instructional Aide

Educational Services Commission of New Jersey; North Stelton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,306 - 28,556; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, and Dental Benefits

Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days

Job summary

A local educational commission seeks an Instructional Aide at Piscataway Regional Day School to support students with diverse needs. Responsibilities include assisting teachers, maintaining a positive learning environment, and performing physical support tasks. Candidates must have a high school diploma and pass background checks. This full-time position offers benefits, following established salary guidelines between $22,306 and $28,556, depending on certification level.

Qualifications

• Submit to and pass a criminal background check.
• Submit to and pass a physical examination within 30 days of employment.
• Demonstrated attitude for successful completion of tasks assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a school atmosphere that promotes positive psychosocial development.
• Maintain ongoing communication with classroom teacher(s) and administration.
• Data collection as determined by student IEPs.

Skills

Knowledge of child growth and development

Good communication skills

Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 1/5/2026
• Location: Piscataway Regional Day School
• Date Available: Immediately
• Closing Date: 03/27/2026

Piscataway Regional Day School - Public School for students Pre-K to 21 with Mulitiple Disabilities

Piscataway Regional Day School
1670 Stelton Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854

Position

Instructional Aide
Ten (10) Month Position
Start Date: Immediately -Pending Criminal History Clearance
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:45 am to 2:45 pm (Unpaid 1/2 Lunch Break)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Submit to and pass a criminal background check
• Submit to and pass a physical examination within 30 days of employment
• Knowledge of child growth and development, demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities in all academic areas
• Demonstrated attitude for successful completion of tasks assigned
• Good communication skills: verbal, written and listening in order to properly follow procedures as per student IEPs
• Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate intervention practices
• Alternative qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Scope

The Instructional Aide will report to the Educational Services Site Administrator of the assigned Commission program and will assume all responsibilities as assigned pertaining to aide's duties, and will provide students with a positive atmosphere and environment in which to learn. The aide will assist the teacher in taking care of the physical and emotional needs of the student.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a school atmosphere that promotes positive psychosocial development and constructive learning experiences.
• Establish oneself as a positive influence in the school's climate and culture.
• Demonstrate ability to work in collaboration with students, faculty, parents, coworkers and administration.
• Maintain a professional perspective at all times, avoiding emotional responses to student behaviors.
• Maintain ongoing communication with classroom teacher(s) and administration.
• Data collection as determined by student IEPs.
• Assist classroom teacher(s) and administration with non‑teaching duties including assisting students with projects, crafts, curriculum tasks, bus transportation, student supervision, clerical work, and maintaining a conducive learning environment.
• Attend trainings, meetings and special programs as required.
• Adhere to all published school policies and regulations, including those related to attendance, work invoices, confidentiality, student supervision, and safety.

Miscellaneous: Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal or Program Administrator.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: For intermittent periods depending on students' needs and class activities.
• Walking: Assist students between classes, escort during emergency drills, physical education, recess, and other activities to ensure safety.
• Bending: Assist students with mobility, wheelchair access, lifting, and restraint as needed.
• Lifting with hands and arms: Position or assist students with lifting.
• Pushing with whole body: Move students in a wheelchair or adapt equipment to appropriate places.

Seeing: Perform functions in close proximity such as assisting students with academic work, observing classroom activities, hallways, gymnasium, transport to cafeteria, playground or bus to ensure safety.

The Instructional Aide position is classified as Medium Work: exerts up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, up to 30 lbs frequently, or up to 10 lbs constantly to move objects.

Benefits

Full‑time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, and Dental Benefits. Pension system enrollment varies by position and certification. Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days are included.

Salary

Following the established MCESA Salary Guide ranging from Step #10 $22,306 to Step #18 $28,556.

To apply for this position with the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, visit the Human Resources Tab at www.escnj.us and click the employment opportunities link.

ESCNJ is an EOE/AA Employer

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 4:12:55 AM CST.