Paraprofessional (Special Education)

The Pleasantville Public School District; Pleasantville (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

New Jersey State Pensions & Benefits

Paid sick and personal time

403(b) retirement plan (employee)

Job summary

The Pleasantville Public School District is seeking a Paraprofessional for a Special Education classroom to support one-on-one and small-group instruction. The role involves assisting with activities and reinforcing learning under the direction of the classroom teacher.

Compliance with health, background checks, and residency requirements is essential. Applicants should have a high school diploma, 60 college credits or equivalent, and good oral/written communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 60 college credits, an Associate's Degree, or Praxis Exam accepted.
• Minimum experience as determined by the board.
• Knowledge of child growth and classroom practices; assist instructional activities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Meets health requirements (e.g., TB test).
• May require communicable disease, child abuse, CPR/First Aid, or behavioral training.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Ability to manage students, incl. those with developmental disabilities.
• Background checks and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency.
• Residence in New Jersey or approved waiver; willing to obtain residency within one year.
• Interpersonal skills to relate to students, staff, parents, and community.
• English communication required; proof of I-9 compliance and no disqualifying record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional activities in the classroom under supervision.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support for students.
• Support classroom teachers with behavior management and supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

60 credits

Associate's Degree

Praxis Exam

Job description

TITLE: PARAPROFESSIONAL - SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM / ONE-ON-ONE

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma;
2. Sixty college credits, Associate's Degree, or pass Praxis Exam
3. Minimum experience as determined by the board
4. Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices and demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities
5. Good oral and written communication skills
6. Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
7. Appointment may require successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse, CPR, first aid, and /or behavioral management training.
8. Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
9. Ability to respectfully manage students, including students with developmental disabilities.
   Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
10. Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
11. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
12. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
13. Provide proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
14. Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with 18A:6-7.1.
15. Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
16. Pass the state-required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
    Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
    

REPORTS TO:

Principal, Director of Special Services, and Classroom Teacher

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10-month employee, salary and work year as set by the PEA contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluations

Approved by: Pleasantville Board of Education

Date: August 18, 2015
Revised: January 17, 2023

Salary range for teachers new to the district:

Step 1 - $38,148.00 to Step 11- $44,225.00

Candidates with previous experience will receive credit up to theeleventh stepon the salary guide for previous teaching experience in a public school district.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• New Jersey State Pensions & Benefits
• Paid sick and personal time
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan (employee funded)
• Optional disability insurance (employee funded)

Salary/Compensation: $38,148 - $44,225 per year