PT Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teachers Aide) - Neptune Elementary Schools

Monmouth-Ocean Educational School District; Asbury Park (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off - Sick & Personal days

NJ State Pension System enrollment

Job summary

Monmouth-Ocean Educational School District is seeking a part-time Paraprofessional/Instructional Assistant to support K-5 students in multiple district elementary schools. The role involves assisting with daily activities, reinforcing instruction, and coordinating with teachers to promote student growth.

Typical hours are mornings, with a 2–3 day per week schedule. The position includes enrollment in the NJ State Pension System and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 60+ college credits and/or Praxis Parapro preferred.
• Experience with children in school setting preferred.
• Good organizational skills.
• Basic computer and email skills.
• Strong English communication.
• Criminal history check and right to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist assigned students with daily activities and transitions.
• Help with instructional tasks and reinforce classroom material.
• Collaborate with teachers to support academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Support students under teacher supervision and during class changes.
• Assist with safety, attendance, and punctuality.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed and supervise bus arrivals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

English language proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

60 college credits / Praxis Parapro

Job description

Position Type: Paraprofessional/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted: 10/21/2026

Location: Neptune-Midtown Community ES

Date Available: 11/10/2026

Closing Date: Until Filled

Part-time Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teacher's Assistant) - This part-time position is 2 or 3 days per week and helps cover daily absences. This individual will report to Midtown Community Elementary School in the morning to receive the day's assignment. The assignment could be in any elementary school in the district!

Salary: $21.65/ hour

Paid time off - Sick & Personal days

Times: Typically 8:15 a.m.- 2:45 pm with an unpaid 30min break

*Enrollment in NJ State Pension System / School Calendar*

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma (required)
• Sixty (60) or more college credits at an approved institution of higher education and/or proof of passing the Praxis Parapro Assessment Test (preferred)
• Preferred experience with children in a school setting.
• Good organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and email.
• Good interpersonal skills with children and adults.
• Ability to pass a criminal history check and show proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
• Ability to communicate and have command of the English language.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent or his/ her designee may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Student Services or appropriate Administrator as designated by the Superintendent.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist the student(s) to whom assigned with physical tasks such as putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, and toileting students when necessary.
2. Perform simple errands and tasks for student(s) such as sharpening pencils, carrying lunch trays, scribing, etc.
3. Work collaboratively with the teacher to help students reach their instructional goals and educational milestones.
4. Under the classroom teacher's supervision, work with students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
5. Accompany student(s) to whom assigned from class to class around the building.
6. Assist and support students in reaching their academic, social, and emotional goals.
7. Make an effort to establish an appropriate and professional relationship with the student(s).
8. Maintain good attendance, appearance, and punctuality.
9. Assist students, as appropriate, when a student has physical limitations or is wheelchair-bound.
10. Meet student(s) at the school bus at the start of the student's school day and ensure student(s) are safely placed on the school bus at the end of the day, when necessary.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    The Paraprofessional must demonstrate physical strength, agility, and energy to perform essential job functions and to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all students and of self. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the employee to perform the essential functions of the job: sitting, standing, reaching, walking, lifting, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, finger dexterity, carrying, repetitive motions, speaking, listening, visual acuity, and the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

    Please Note: *Students are K-5 multiply disabled. Responsibilities include providing behavioral, academic, and social-emotional support under the direction of the lead teacher or BCBA. Diapering and toileting support may be required on an as-needed basis.

    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-time - 10 months

    EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the MOESC's board policy on evaluation of support personnel.

    MOESC - WE ARE AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER