Paraprofessional

Gloucester City School District; Gloucester City (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Gloucester City School District is seeking an oriented educator to assist certified staff in classrooms, helping students meet instructional goals and to free teachers from non-professional duties.

The role involves supervising student arrivals and dismissals, supporting daily learning, enforcing behavioral expectations, and aiding students with special needs to maximize inclusion and achievement of IEP objectives.

Qualifications

• Supports certified staff in classroom settings.
• Assists with daily learning activities and emotional regulation.
• Follows safety rules and classroom procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher with arrival and dismissal of students.
• Supports students with daily learning and emotional regulation.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning.

Skills

Classroom support

Behavior management

IEP support

Job description

Position Type:

Support Staff/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted:

10/20/2026

Location:

District

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Instructional Paraprofessional

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, we are seeking a dynamic educator to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists the teacher with the arrival and dismissal of school students
• Assist the teacher in supporting students with daily learning and emotional regulation.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned curriculum programs.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, de-escalate, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students with special needs in maximizing inclusion, learning, and achievement of IEP objectives.
• Assist school students with toileting, diapering, and hand washing
• Supervise and assist students during rest time
  
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.

Certification

Substitute certification preferred