PT Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teachers Aide) - Point Pleasant Beach

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sick & Personal days off

NJ State Pension enrollment

Job summary

Monmouth-Ocean Educational School District is seeking a Part-Time Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teacher's Assistant) for Point Pleasant Beach Elementary. The role supports students in the In-Class Resource setting, accompanying them to classes and providing behavioral guidance. The position requires a High School Diploma, and 60+ college credits or Praxis Parapro is preferred.

29 hours per week, typically 8:10 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., with a 45-minute unpaid lunch.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 60+ college credits and/or Praxis Parapro test preferred.
• Experience with children in a school setting preferred.
• Good organizational skills required.
• Basic computer skills and email knowledge.
• Ability to pass background check and provide proof of US citizenship or legal residency.
• Ability to communicate in English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist assigned student with physical tasks and transitions between classes.
• Perform simple tasks for the student such as sharpening pencils and carrying items.
• Collaborate with the teacher to help students reach instructional goals.
• Support students under teacher supervision to reinforce material.
• Escort students between classes around the building.
• Assist students in achieving academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Maintain professional relationship with students and staff.
• Maintain attendance, appearance, and punctuality.
• Assist students with physical limitations as needed.
• Meet students at the bus and help them board safely.

Skills

Organizational skills

Computer basics

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Criminal history check readiness

Education

High School Diploma (required)

60+ college credits or Praxis Parapro (preferred)

Tools

Email/Basic software

Job description

Position Type: Paraprofessional/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted: 11/1/2026

Location: Pt Beach-Antrim Elementary

Date Available: 11/19/2026

Closing Date: Until Filled

Part-Time Paraprofessional (Instructional/Teacher's Assistant) - Point Pleasant Beach (Elementary)

Salary: $21.65/ hour

Paid time off - Sick & Personal days

Times: Typically 8:10 a.m.- 2:45 pm with an unpaid 45min lunch. (Approximately 29 hrs per week)

*Enrollment in NJ State Pension System / School Calendar*

Provide individualized student support within the In-Class Resource (ICR) setting, accompanying the student to all instructional classes and unstructured settings. Provide behavioral support, guidance, and redirection to help the student interpret social situations, make appropriate choices, and develop positive social and decision-making skills.

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 Special 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.
11. Perform tasks as assigned by the Supervisor or his/ her designee.
    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.
    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-time - 10 months
    MOESC - WE ARE AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER