Preschool Educational Assistants - Special Education

Applitrack; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

NJ Pension Program

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County is seeking a Preschool Educational Assistant (Special Education) to support daily instructional activities and the classroom environment. This 185-day, 10-month position requires collaboration with teachers and staff to promote success for early learners.

Applicants with 60 college credits are a plus; experience as an educational assistant is desirable. The role includes assisting with transitions, centers, and learning tasks, along with

Qualifications

• 60 college credits (a plus)
• Educational assistant experience (a plus)
• Experience supporting early learners in preschool or special education

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities
• Assist students during whole-group, small-group, and individualized learning
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Provide support with classroom materials, centers, and learning tasks
• Assist students during transitions, snacks, and recess
• Foster positive relationships with students and encourage appropriate behaviors
• Collaborate with instructional and administrative staff to promote the success of all early learners

Skills

Classroom support

Student engagement

Education

60 college credits

Educational assistant experience

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Hamilton Township School District Mercer County

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County

Preschool Educational Assistants - Special Education JobID: 3508

• Position Type:
  SUPPORT STAFF/ Educational Assistant (Early Childhood)
• Date Posted:
  9/23/2026
• Location:
  Pre-School (Elementary)
• Closing Date:
  10/14/2026

Preschool Educational Assistant Special Ed
Work Schedule:

• 185 days per year
• 10 month position

Requirements:

• Support the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities
• Assist students during whole-group, small-group, and individualized learning
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Provide support with classroom materials, centers, and learning tasks
• Assist students during transitions, snacks, and recess
• Foster positive relationships with students and encourage appropriate behaviors
• Collaborate with instructional and administrative staff to promote the success of all early learners
• 60 college credits (a plus)
• Educational assistant (or similar experience) a plus

Effective: 2026-2027School Year

• As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package:
including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

AA/EEO
*In accordance with S-414/A-3188 ( http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM ),
school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.
*Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act ( https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml )

Permanent employees only.

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