Special Education Classroom Aide - Part-time

Education Jobs NJ; Kenilworth (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Education Jobs NJ is seeking a part-time Special Education Classroom Aide to support students at Harding Elementary School in New Jersey. The position runs Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a start date around November 10, 2026.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, will pass a background check, and is willing to assist with learning activities, personal care, and behavioral support. Spanish language skills and familiarity with ABA are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and U.S. citizenship or legal residency proof.
• Willingness to assist special education students in learning activities, personal care, and toileting.
• Ability to collaborate with building staff.
• Experience with students with behavioral/learning needs; ABA knowledge preferred.
• RBT certification a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking desired.
• Must meet NJ residency per the First Act.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education students in learning activities and personal care.
• Support behavioral management and individual needs under staff guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers and aides to implement plans.

Skills

Assist special education students

Team collaboration

Behavioral support experience

ABA knowledge

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Type

Support Staff/Special Education Classroom Aide

Date Posted

10/1/2026

Location

Harding Elementary School

Date Available

11/10/2026

Closing Date

10/23/2026

ANTICIPATED POSITION FOR 2026-2027 SY

Special Education Classroom Aide

Part-time Monday Friday

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Harding Elementary School

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
3. Willingness to actively assist special education students in the performance of learning activities, personal care, and/or toileting.
4. Ability to work collaboratively with appropriate building staff.
5. Experience working with students with behavioral/ learning needs and/or previous experience working as an aide with behavioral support.
6. Knowledge of ABA - Applied Behavior Analysis preferred.
7. RBT - Registered Behavior Technician certification a plus.
8. Bilingual- Spanish speaking ability desired.
9. Must meet NJ Residency requirements as per the New Jersey First Act, N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70). REPORTS TO: Principal/Director of Student Personnel Services TERMS: $30.71 per Hour; terms as stated below.

• The employee is not eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick and personal leave accruals (pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement), and enrollment in the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) or the Public Employees' Retirement System.