Special Education Classroom Aide - PT

KENILWORTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Kenilworth (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

KENILWORTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a part-time Special Education Classroom Aide for Harding Elementary School to support students with diverse learning needs. The role involves assisting with learning activities and personal care under supervision.

Collaborate with school staff to implement individualized education plans and maintain student safety and engagement. Residency requirements apply; position starts 09/08/2026 at $30.71 per hour with limited benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
• Willingness to assist special education students in learning activities, personal care, and toileting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with building staff.
• Experience with students with behavioral/ learning needs preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking ability desired.
• Must meet NJ Residency requirements per NJ First Act.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education students with learning activities and personal care as needed.
• Support teachers in implementing individualized education plans.
• Monitor student behavior and safety under supervision.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Behavioral support experience

Spanish language ability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Special Education Classroom Aide
  
• Date Posted:
  8/25/2026
  
• Location:
  Harding Elementary School
  
• Date Available:
  09/08/2026
  
• Closing Date:
  09/08/2026
  

ANTICIPATED POSITION2026-2027SY
Special Education Classroom Aide
Part-time (Monday–Friday)
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 preferred. 6. Bilingual- Spanish speaking ability desired.
7. 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 OF
EMPLOYMENT: $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.