Instructional Paraprofessional

Calais School; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Calais School in Whippany, NJ, is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year to support students in a special education classroom with individual or small-group instruction.

Responsibilities include assisting with lesson materials, screenings, classroom routines, field trips, and bus safety; requires Substitute Teacher Certification and college or higher.

Qualifications

• College or higher required.
• Substitute Teacher Certification required; assistance provided to attain if needed.
• Experience in related field and interest in special education.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing materials and activities for lesson plans.
• Assist with administering and scoring appropriate screenings and assessments.
• Monitor students to maintain a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assist with daily activities such as arrival/dismissal, transitions, meals and recess.
• Chaperone and monitor students on bus trips and accompany on job sites.
• Provide guidance to help students adapt to job routines and follow rules.

Skills

Student supervision

Lesson support

Field trip chaperoning

Soft-skills training

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Substitute Teacher Certification

Job description

The Calais School is a state-approved provider of special education for students with special needs. The school serves students in grades K - 12+ with multiple learning disabilities. It is our goal to help each and every child realize and build on their strengths and gifts. We are committed to cultivating the potential of every student, making a difference, one child at a time. Our employees know firsthand all the benefits of working for The Calais School and how we foster a culture of collaboration, teamwork and the highest service and support to our students.

We are looking for an Instructional Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 School Year! As a Paraprofessional, you will provide additional support in the Special Education classroom by working with individual children or small groups of children to reinforce new lessons. Subject area expertise a big plus. (i.e., Math, Science, Music, etc)

• Assist the teacher in preparing materials and activities that support lesson plans.
• Assist the teacher in administering and scoring appropriate screenings and assessments.
• Assist with daily activities such as arrival/dismissal, classroom transition times, mealtimes, and recess.
• Monitor children to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assist with field trips and special activities.
• Chaperone and monitor students on bus trips to job sites.
• Accompany students on job sites and assist with soft-skills and technical job skills.
• Provide guidance to assure students adjust to job routine, follow instructions and adhere to rules and regulations.

Requirements

Education

• College, Associate's Degree or Higher
• Substitute Teacher Certification, required (we will assist you in attaining this if you do not already have it).

Experience

• Related job field work experience with demonstrated ability to work without constant supervision and an interest in special education.

Required Physical Skills

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, ascend/descend stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel; talk and hear;
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted;
• Must be able to demonstrate the appropriate CPI holds, or be able to learn the skills.

For more information about The Calais School, please visit www.thecalaisschool.org