Paraprofessional – Full-Time

Egg-Harbor-Township-School-District; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Egg Harbor Township Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Full-Time to assist students with IEPs in the classroom, supporting behavior, academics, and daily living skills while collecting data and supervising students.

The role requires a high school diploma, English fluency, ability to work with diverse learners, and readiness to pass background checks and required health screenings. The position is 10 months with a salary range of $26,512 to $35,364.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.
• Ability to communicate with students and staff.
• Ability to use a computer for district functions.
• Must pass NJ Criminal History Review.
• Must pass post-offer physical examination.
• Must submit Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Form.
• Must work with children with moderate to severe special needs.
• Ability to work with diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Establishes positive rapport with students, teachers and staff.
• Review IEPs and stay current with student interests and needs.
• Maintain safe, organized learning environment.
• Provide instructional support as designed by the teacher.
• Assist with transitions and supervision in and out of the classroom.
• Reinforce skills taught by the classroom teacher.
• Set up materials and learning centers as directed.
• Implement behavior management and collect data on plans.
• Assist with personal/hygienic care when necessary.
• Support arrival and dismissal procedures.

Skills

Student support

English proficiency

Effective communication

Computer literacy

Task organization

Confidentiality

Situational awareness

Behavior support

Diversity awareness

Multitasking

NJ background check

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

NJ Substitute Certification

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Egg Harbor Township Schools

• Date Posted:
  10/16/2026
• Location:
  District
• Date Available:
  12/01/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/30/2026

Job Title : Paraprofessional Full-Time

Reports to : Building Principal and Supervisor of Special Education

Job Purpose : To assist special education student(s) in the classroom providing the appropriate support, including behavior, academics, and daily living skills, as detailed in the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP). Assist with data collection and student supervision to create and maintain a learning environment conducive to the student's learning needs.

Qualifications-Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Ability to work well with school age students

Ability to read and write and speak English clearly and accurately

Ability to communicate effectively with both students and staff

Ability to use a computer for required district functions and communication

Ability to be cooperative and follow directions of classroom teacher

Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

Ability to support individual students and/or small groups of students

Ability to recognize and provide support for the needs of diverse students

Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks

Ability to maintain student confidentiality

Ability to practice situational awareness

Must be able to work with children who have moderate to severe special needs

Must be able to pass the NJ Criminal History Review

Must be able to pass the post-offer physical examination

Must be able to submit the Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Form

Qualifications-Desired

1-2 years of experience working with moderate to severe special needs students

Associate's Degree

NJ Substitute Certification

Duties/Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with the student(s), classroom teacher, and other classroom staff

Maintains a working knowledge of student(s) by reviewing student IEPs and staying current with student interests, strengths, and weaknesses through collaboration with teacher and/or CST case manager

Maintains the safety of the student(s) by providing a safe, organized environment for effective and independent learning

Provides student(s) with supportive and supplemental instructional assistance as designed by the teacher

Accompanies and transitions student(s) to appropriate areas outside of the classroom, including, but not limited to, cafeteria, lavatories, and additional educational settings and communicates information regarding student's successes and challenges

Reviews and reinforces skills and concepts taught by the classroom teacher

Sets up and maintains special classroom equipment and learning centers under the direction of the classroom teacher

Implements classroom behavioral management strategies and collects data on individual student behavior plans

Assists students of varying ages, when necessary, with personal and hygienic care, including diaper changing, toileting and/or feeding

Support and supervise student(s) during arrival and dismissal

All other duties as assigned by building principal and/or supervisor

Working Conditions

10 Month Position

Full Time Salary Range of $26,512 - $35,364 as per EHTEA contract

Medial and Dental Benefits

School Building

Classroom

Outdoor environments, including bus/car line, playgrounds, and fields

Physical Requirements: (These are requirements that an individual must perform in order to do the basic functions of this position.)

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs

Ability to reach above and below the waist

Ability to bend knees, stoop, and/or squat to interact with students

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Ability to transition independently from seated to standing positions

Ability to manipulate classroom materials and student adaptive devices

Ability to perform to Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) protocols

Ability to ensure student safety, both indoors and outdoors, and intervene during escalating situations

Direct Reports
N/A

Selection Procedure
Interview

Egg Harbor Township Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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