School Paraprofessional: Supportive Classroom Champion

Applitrack; Alexandria Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Single health insurance coverage

Option to buy dependent coverage

Job summary

Alexandria Township School District seeks a caring Paraprofessional to support students academically, socially, and behaviorally. You will work with teachers and staff to foster an inclusive learning environment and assist with transitions, lunch, and activities throughout the day.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, NJ requirements, and the ParaPro Assessment is preferred. Benefits include single health insurance with optional dependent coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ParaPro Assessment preferred.
• Experience working with children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, dependability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing instructional and classroom support under the direction of a classroom teacher.
• Working with individual students and small groups.
• Assisting students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• Supporting students through the school day, including during transitions, lunch, recess and other activities as needed.
• Helping maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Collaborating effectively with teachers, administrators, and other school staff

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro Assessment preferred

Job description

Alexandria Township School District seeks a caring Paraprofessional to support students academically, socially, and behaviorally. You will work with teachers and staff to foster an inclusive learning environment and assist with transitions, lunch, and activities throughout the day.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, NJ requirements, and the ParaPro Assessment is preferred. Benefits include single health insurance with optional dependent coverage.