Per Diem Teacher Aide: Classroom Support & Student Help

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Newark Board of Education seeks a Per Diem Teacher Aide to provide direct classroom assistance across various school locations in Newark, NJ. The role supports teachers, helps students complete activities, and ensures safety and learning in different settings.

The position is contingent on funds and board approval, with duties ranging from instructional support to clerical tasks. Bilingual candidates—Creole, Spanish, Portuguese, American Sign Language—are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of teaching and school problems, practices, and procedures as they affect children.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work with a variety of people.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records and files.
• Ability to utilize recording/information systems used by the agency/office.
• Ability to read/write/speak/understand English; ASL/Braille may be acceptable forms of communication.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct aid to classroom teachers and supports students in daily activities.
• Monitors classroom when the teacher is briefly away.
• Assists in activities such as reading, health/physical education, labs, and group work.
• Performs clerical duties: attendance, typing, copying, keeping records.

Skills

Teaching knowledge

Instructions following

Record keeping

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

Newark Board of Education seeks a Per Diem Teacher Aide to provide direct classroom assistance across various school locations in Newark, NJ. The role supports teachers, helps students complete activities, and ensures safety and learning in different settings.

The position is contingent on funds and board approval, with duties ranging from instructional support to clerical tasks. Bilingual candidates—Creole, Spanish, Portuguese, American Sign Language—are strongly encouraged to apply.