Instructional Aide Preschool Special Education

026 SCHOOL # 26; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District 026 School #26 in Paterson, NJ is seeking an Instructional Aide Preschool Special Education to support classroom teachers and students. The role is full-time and starts immediately, with salary range posted.

Responsibilities include assisting the teacher with materials prep, clerical tasks, and supervising children; collaborating with staff, administration and families; and communicating effectively in English both orally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of sixty college credits from an accredited college or university.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, administration, and families.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Provide assistance to the teacher such as preparing materials, clerical work, and supervision of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with preparation of materials for class use.
• Assist the teacher in clerical work.
• Assist in supervision of children.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

English proficiency

Education

60 college credits

Job description

Instructional Aide Preschool Special Education

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Job Details

Job ID: 5941888

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of sixty (60) college credits from an accredited college or university
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, administration, and families.
• Ability to communiate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, administrators, and the community.
• Provide assistance to the teacher such as, but not limited to, preparation of materials for class use, assistance to the teacher in clerical work, and assistance to the teacher in supervision of children

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $33,660 to $55,858 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]