Special Education Paraprofessional – Student Support

Middlesex County STEM Charter School; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Middlesex County STEM Charter School in Middlesex County, NJ is seeking a Paraprofessional to provide direct, hands-on support to a student with specialized needs within the classroom, under the guidance of teachers and the Child Study Team.

The role focuses on implementing tailored instructional activities, supporting BIPs, collecting progress data, helping with organization, and collaborating with educators to ensure access to the general education curriculum.

Qualifications

• Maintains confidentiality of student and family information.
• Supports use of visual aids and structured instructional materials.
• Demonstrates patience, consistency, and flexibility with diverse student needs.
• Maintains professional attitude and willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates reliability through consistent attendance and punctual daily performance.
• Collaborates as part of a multidisciplinary educational team.
• Follows teacher direction while supporting instructional and behavioral goals.
• Requires 30+ college credits and NJ Substitute Teacher Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, hands-on support to students with special education needs across academic, behavioral, and social domains within the classroom.
• Assist with implementation of teacher-directed instructional activities and provide individualized and small-group academic support.
• Help students access and engage with the general education curriculum in alignment with IEPs or 504 Plans.
• Support implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans and positive behavior supports to maintain structure.
• Perform data collection related to student progress and behavior, including prompting and redirection.
• Assist students with organization, transitions, and daily routines for a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, case managers, related service providers, and administrators for consistency.
• Follow county, state, and federal policies and procedures.

Skills

Confidentiality

Visual aids

Patience

Professional attitude

Reliability

Team collaboration

Follow teacher direction

Attendance & punctuality

Education

30 credits or more from an accredited college or university

NJ Substitute Teacher Certification

TB Test

Work authorization in the U.S.

Job description

Middlesex County STEM Charter School in Middlesex County, NJ is seeking a Paraprofessional to provide direct, hands-on support to a student with specialized needs within the classroom, under the guidance of teachers and the Child Study Team.

The role focuses on implementing tailored instructional activities, supporting BIPs, collecting progress data, helping with organization, and collaborating with educators to ensure access to the general education curriculum.