Paraprofessional

Njaseps; Lakewood Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 47,279,000 - 50,145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Leadership opportunities

Interdisciplinary teams

Supportive team environment

Job summary

The LADACIN Network seeks compassionate Paraprofessionals to support students with developmental and multiple disabilities at The Schroth School (Ocean Township) and The Lehmann School (Lakewood). This full-time, 12-month position runs Monday through Friday in a school setting.

Responsibilities include assisting students with activities, personal care, mobility, and educational tasks while collaborating with a transdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.
• Ability to perform physical tasks as part of daily student support.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with educational activities and classroom participation.
• Support implementation of individualized educational and behavioral goals.
• Assist with personal care and daily living skills as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, nurses, and staff.
• Maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and positioning of students.
• Attend school meetings, trainings, and professional development.

Skills

Experience working with students with

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical task capability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The LADACIN Network - The Schroth School (Ocean Township, NJ) and The Lehmann School (Lakewood, NJ)

Full-Time, 12-Month Position | Special Education School Program

About LADACIN Network

LADACIN (Lifetime Assistance for Developmental and Challenging Individual Needs) has been serving individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for more than 75 years. As a nonprofit agency, our mission is to provide a continuum of care including educational, therapeutic, social, residential, and support services to infants, children, and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays.

At LADACIN, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve and their families through compassionate care and professional excellence.

Position Summary

The Schroth School and Lehmann School are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Paraprofessionals to work with students with developmental and multiple physical disabilities in a school setting. This is a full-time, 12-month position, Monday through Friday.

Paraprofessionals work closely with our transdisciplinary team of teachers, therapists, nurses, and support staff to help students achieve their educational, behavioral, social, and daily living goals. Responsibilities include assisting students with classroom participation, personal care, mobility, communication, and educational activities in a supportive and structured environment.

This role requires the ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, pulling, and pushing as needed to support student care and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist students with educational activities and classroom participation
• Support implementation of individualized educational and behavioral goals
• Assist students with personal care and daily living skills as needed
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, nurses, and other school staff
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and professional learning environment
• Assist with mobility, transfers, positioning, and physical support of students
• Participate in school meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
• Follow all LADACIN policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements
• Cooperate fully with all licensing, accrediting, and funding source requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a transdisciplinary environment
• Ability to perform physical job responsibilities as required

What We Offer

• Low-cost health benefits.
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities for leadership and growth
• Supportive team environment
• Collaborative interdisciplinary teams

Ray Range:$16.50/hour - $17.50/hour

Location:This position is based at the Schroth School in Ocean Township, New Jersey and The Lehmann School is located in Lakewood, New Jersey.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.