PARAPROFESSIONAL: PRE-K

Atlantic City Public Schools; Atlantic City (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 38.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Atlantic City Public Schools is seeking a paraprofessional to support classroom teachers and promote student achievement. The role involves providing supplemental and clerical services districtwide, assisting students one-to-one in classrooms and aiding with related needs outside of class.

The position requires two years (60 credits) or ParaPro assessment, plus prior classroom experience preferred. Strong communication in English and an upheld background check are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Paraprofessionals must complete at least two years (60 credits) from an accredited college or pass the ParaPro Assessment offered by ETS.
• Previous experience working with students in a classroom setting preferred.
• Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices and demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities.
• Exhibits integrity and demonstrates good moral character and initiative.
• Displays interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Effectively communicates and understands job instructions both verbally and written in the English language.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Aufgaben

• To promote the achievement of students' educational goals and learning objectives by providing supplemental and clerical services to assist the classroom teacher.
• Works under the direct supervision and direction of the classroom teacher to assist the student one-to-one in the classroom with all instructional materials and helps the student with needs outside of the classroom, but related to achieving needed skills and requirements for succeeding in school.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written English proficiency

Classroom support

Ausbildung

60 college credits / ParaPro requirement

Jobbeschreibung

Position Type: Support Staff

Date Posted: 10/27/2026

Location: Districtwide

Date Available: 12/01/2026

Closing Date: 11/06/2026

10-Month Position

JOB GOAL

To promote the achievement of students' educational goals and learning objectives by providing supplemental and clerical services to assist the classroom teacher.

Works under the direct supervision and direction of the classroom teacher to assist the student one-to-one in the classroom with all instructional materials and helps the student with needs outside of the classroom, but related to achieving needed skills and requirements for succeeding in school.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Paraprofessionals must complete at least two years (60 credits) from an accredited college or pass the ParaPro Assessment offered by ETS.
• Previous experience working with students in a classroom setting preferred.
• Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices and demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities.
• Exhibits excellent integrity and demonstrates good moral character and initiative.
• Displays a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Effectively communicates and understands job instructions both verbally and written in the English language.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Atlantic City Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Affiliated Employer.

Candidates for employment who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to be tested for the usage of controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:35-2.