Instructional Paraprofessional - 3 Position(s)

North Plainfield School District; North Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription coverage

Sick leave

Personal leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

North Plainfield School District invites applications for an Instructional Paraprofessional. In this role, you will assist classroom teachers, support individualized instruction, and help create a positive learning culture where all students can thrive.

Located in North Plainfield, NJ, the district serves about 3,500 students and emphasizes collaboration, progress monitoring, and safe supervision. Salary ranges from $22.27 to $27.60 per hour, with benefits as outlined in the collective

Qualifications

• 60 college credits or a passing grade on the Paraprofessional Praxis required
• Ability to work productively in a collaborative setting
• Experience working with students preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with individualized instruction
• Work with small groups under the supervision of the classroom teacher
• Reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
• Complete data collection forms to monitor and support student progress
• Assist students with projects, activities, crafts, and curriculum tasks
• Assist with student supervision (e.g., playground, lunchroom, arrival/dismissal)
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or school administration

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Experience with students

Education

60 college credits or passing Paraprofessional Praxis

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - North Plainfield School District

Instructional Paraprofessional - 3 Position(s) JobID: 1461

• Date Posted:
  9/17/2026
• Location:
  Intermediate/Elementary
• Date Available:
  2026-2027 School Year

The North Plainfield School District invites applications for an Instructional Paraprofessional. In this role, you will play a vital role in creating a culture of success where all students thrive. At North Plainfield, we unlock potential and create impact every day.

North Plainfield serves approximately 3,500 students in grades PreK12 and is committed to providing an inclusive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities

• 60 college credits or a passing grade on the Paraprofessional Praxis required
• Ability to work productively in a collaborative setting
• Experience working with students preferred

Qualifications

• Assist with individualized instruction
• Work with small groups of students under the supervision of the classroom teacher
• Reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
• Complete data collection forms to monitor and support student progress
• Assist students with projects, activities, crafts, and curriculum tasks
• Assist with student supervision (e.g., playground, lunchroom, arrival/dismissal)
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or school administration

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $22.27 per hour (minimum) to $27.60 per hour (maximum) commensurate with experience

Compensation and benefits are provided in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Paid sick, personal, and bereavement leave

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