Level ll Paraprofessional

Education Jobs NJ; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ is seeking to fill a Level II Paraprofessional role at Atlantic County Special Services. You will assist BCBA, teachers and aides in implementing instructional or behavior intervention plans aligned with students' IEPs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the behavior team, data collection, and reporting, with responsibilities including training staff and maintaining a positive learning environment. Ten months or eleven months contracts offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold Registered Behavior Technician Certification.
• Two years (60 credits) of college coursework or ParaPro assessment plus/or specialized training.
• Experience with students with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to implement behavior modification plans and train staff.
• Strong record-keeping and data reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students and staff in Applied Behavior Analysis, Functional Analysis, Behavior Acquisition and Reduction, and Adaptive Life Skills per BCBA/ CST guidance.
• Participate as an active member of the behavior team led by the BCBA.
• Provide ongoing training and modeling for school personnel and families as applicable.
• Communicate professionally within the school community and with outside agencies.
• Assist with development, monitoring, and maintaining a positive reinforcement system for students.

Skills

Behavior modification techniques

Record keeping & reporting

Staff training

Crisis management

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Behavior Technician Certification

Two years of college credit / ParaPro

Job description

LEVEL II PARAPROFESSIONAL

Position Type

Support Staff

Location: Atlantic County Special Services

Date Available: TBD

Closing Date: 05/30/2026

Qualifications

1. High School diploma or equivalent required.
2. Registered Behavior Technician Certification required.
3. Two years (60 credits) of college level coursework or passing ParaPro Assessment score, or specialized training appropriate to the needs of the program and/or student, preferred.
4. Experience working with children with disabilities, preferred.
5. Knowledge of diverse needs of students with disabilities with a behavioral component and appropriate special education practices.
6. Ability and willingness to consistently implement behavior modification techniques as well as modeling and training staff, as necessary, in techniques and/or specific plans.
7. Ability to develop and maintain clear and consistent records, data collection and quality reports.
8. Be in good physical and mental health.
9. Be physically capable of lifting, positioning and caring for children with disabilities.
10. Be responsible, dependable, self-reliant and display initiative.
11. Be able to take direction and supervision.
12. Be sensitive to the nature and needs of disabled students and their families.
13. Required Criminal History background check and proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status.
14. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as deemed appropriate.

Reports To

Principal or designee as assigned by the Principal

Job Goal

To assist the BCBA, Teachers and Aides in their efforts to implement an instructional or behavior intervention plan and achieve prescribed educational objectives as per the students IEP by working with students and/or staff.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Provide support to students and staff by providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, Function Analysis and Assessment, Behavior Acquisition and Reduction Procedures and Adaptive Life Skills, as outlined by the BCBA, CST Members, or other appropriate specialists.
2. Participate as an active member of the behavior team, led by the BCBA.
3. Provide ongoing support and training as well as modeling and direct instructional support for school personnel, and other individuals in support roles for families (if applicable)
4. Communicate professionally within the school community and maintain effective communication with staff and outside agencies.
5. Problem solve crisis issues in an efficient and effective manner
6. Establish rapport with students and staff, support students and staff so that they develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for continued growth
7. Assist with development, monitoring, and maintaining a positive reinforcement system for individual students or classrooms.
8. Participate in the IEP process, when appropriate, as well as assist in developing behavior plans.
9. Address and implement behavior modification strategies in accordance with New Jersey Administrative Code, School Board policies and procedures, and current best practices.
10. Facilitate training and professional development for staff, as needed.
11. Participate in district provided staff development activities; examine personal effectiveness and continue to seek improvement in knowledge, competencies and techniques as a means of promoting personal development.
12. Maintain RBT certification.
13. Work cooperatively and objectively with other staff members to provide an integrated program for the students.
14. Maintain an effective environment conducive to learning and supportive of student self-esteem by assisting in properly organizing the classroom setting, maintaining behavioral control over students and routinizing daily procedures.
15. Sensitive to and respectful of the diverse background, characteristics, preferences, and beliefs of each individual in the school community and at large
16. Promote effective school relationships by dealing with situations in an appropriate manner.
17. Communicate in an appropriate manner while maintaining good public relations.
18. Maintain confidentiality of student and school related information.
19. Establish and maintain a consistent pattern of attendance in accordance with Board policy.
20. Perform other duties within the scope of their employment, as deemed necessary by administration.

Terms of Employment

Ten months OR Eleven Months

Salary & Benefits

Salaries start at $39,100 depending upon experience and education in accordance with the salary guide. Sick, Personal time and Bereavement time is included along with Benefits.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of law, code and board policy on evaluation of staff.