Special Education Assistant

Lawrence Township Public Schools; Eldridge Park (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and personal days

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Lawrence Township Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant for Eldridge Park Elementary School. The position is hourly (6 hours) with a ½ hour unpaid lunch, starting ASAP.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or two years of college, an associate degree or higher, or a local assessment showing ability to assist instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics. Must communicate effectively with students and staff and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Skills

Communication

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college

Associate degree or higher

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant


• Date Posted:
  9/2/2026


• Date Available:
  ASAP


• Closing Date:
  09/12/2026

Special Education Assistant

Location:

Eldridge Park Elementary School

Start Date:

ASAP

Hourly Rate

$33.50 /hour

Hours: 6 (plus a ½ hour unpaid lunch)

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma, orcompletion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education, or an associate's degree or higher, or successful completion of a local assessment demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Benefits include:

Sick and personal days

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide all applicants with an interview.