Substitute Instructional Assistant (2026-2027 School Year)

Long Branch Public Schools; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

Long Branch Public Schools announces the 2026-2027 Substitute Instructional Assistant position. Pay rate is $20/hour. Applications reviewed by Administration; selected candidates will be contacted for a Virtual Meet & Greet.

Final candidates will be recommended to the Superintendent for Board approval. The role supports students in classrooms, with responsibilities including assisting teachers and ensuring a productive learning environment; fingerprinting and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Candidate should be able to work effectively with students at various levels.
• Fingerprinting is required for background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Building Principal upon arrival at least 15–30 minutes before the official school opening.
• Review schedules to be followed during the teaching day.
• Provide instruction as outlined by the classroom teacher.
• Follow all school policies and procedures.
• Assume responsibility of ensuring appropriate behavior of students under supervision.

Skills

Student engagement

Rapport building

Flexibility

Education

48 college credits or Para-Pro Praxis

Job description

2026-2027 School Year

SUBSTITUTE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT POSITION

Pay Rate - $20/hour

All applications will be reviewed by Administration. If selected, you will be contacted for a Virtual Meet & Greet.

If recommended for substitute employment, you will receive additional paperwork to complete the application process.

Final candidates will be recommended to the Superintendent of Schools for Board approval.

Qualifications

• Preferred 48 college credits or passing score on Para-Pro Praxis
• The ability to work effectively with students at all intellectual levels and to establish and maintain good rapport while working closely with other teacher and administrators
• Fingerprinting is required for criminal history background clearance

Essential Function

To enable each child to pursue his or her education as smoothly completely possible in the absence of the regular Instructional Assistant. Clerical and other duties may be necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the classroom as assigned. Instructional Assistants must be able to move, bend, squat and kneel while assisting students.

Performance Responsibilities

• Report to the Building Principal upon arrival at school at least 15-30 minutes before the official school opening
• Review schedules to be followed during the teaching day
• Provide instruction as outlined by the classroom teacher
• Follow all school policies and procedures
• Assume responsibility of ensuring appropriate behavior of students under your supervision

*This position requires a completed background check for the Long Branch Public School District, as well as a negative TB test result taken within the past two years*

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER