Paraprofessional - Archway Programs

Woods Services; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO and Vacation Time

Career growth and leadership growth

Job summary

Archway Programs in New Jersey is seeking a paraprofessional to assist classroom teachers under the guidance of a teacher and building principal. The role includes helping implement educational activities and supporting students’ emotional, social, and behavioral development.

The position offers ongoing training, CPR/AED certification, and opportunities for career growth within a compassionate, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, associate degree preferred.
• Prior experience in a child-centered environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher in monitoring students’ academic work and behavior.
• Contributes input during parent conferences.
• Performs classroom and school-related clerical duties as needed.
• Maintains records such as attendance and behavior modification points.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree

Job description

Overview

Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as we embark embrace differences and improve lives.

Archway Programs is a nonprofit organization in New Jersey, providing diverse services to individuals of all ages with disabilities. The organization focuses on core values like safety, compassion, and individuality to improve lives. With over 450 employees serving over 1,800 individuals, Archway Programs emphasizes customized services and continuous innovation to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


• Life and Disability Insurance


• PTO and Vacation Time


• Career growth and leadership opportunities


• Employee Assistance Program


• And more!

Title: Paraprofessional

Job Summary: The paraprofessional is a non-certified staff member who does not hold the position of teacher, but assists the classroom teacher under the guidance of a teacher and the building principal. Sometimes paraprofessionals serve as teacher assistants, one-to-one aides (assigned to individual students), or they perform school-related clerical duties.

The paraprofessional provides appropriate and consistent service to students, helping to implement educational activities, as well as offering emotional, social, and behavioral development.

Salary Range: $28000 - $40000 / Annually

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher in monitoring of students’ academic work and behavioral performance


• Contributes input during parent conferences


• Performs classroom and school-related clerical duties as needed


• Maintains accurate records; attendance, behavior modification points, lunch counts


• Cleans and decorates classroom; designs monthly bulletin boards


• Assists students during arrival and dismissal from school


• Supervises students while moving throughout the building, around campus and during assigned school activities


• Attends all staff meetings, in-services and orientations


• Participates in job coaching when needed.


• Arrives to work on time and adheres to the electronic sign in/payroll system and attendance policy.


• Attends annual “Handle with Care” and “Crisis Prevention Institute” trainings


• Responsible for all miscellaneous duties as assigned by the teacher or principal


• Develops an annual Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) approved by the principal


• Earns annual certification in CPR/AED

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required


• Associate degree is preferred


• Prior experience in a child-centered environment is preferred

About Archway Programs

Since 1965, Archway Programs has been meeting the individualized needs of thousands of families throughout the state of New Jersey. Archway Programs is a diverse, non-profit, human services organization which includes approved private schools for students with disabilities in addition to several model programs providing unmatched services to children and adults of all ages. Built on a solid foundation of core values, providing safety, possessing compassion and promoting individuality, Archway Programs strives to improve the life of every individual served. Our goal is to ensure that each individual’s needs are met and customized services are provided and partnered with passionate, committed and talented professionals in a safe environment. Over 450 individuals are currently employed by Archway Programs and this dedicated and talented staff provides services to over 1,800 individuals. Over the course of its history, Archway Programs has evolved, driving positive change through innovative development and expansion of services providing new opportunities throughout our communityEmbracing Differences, Improving Lives.