Teacher Assistant

Jersey City Global Charter School; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A charter school in New Jersey is looking for a Teacher Assistant to support K-8 education. The role involves assisting with lesson preparation, supervising students, tracking attendance, and providing additional help to students. Required qualifications include a minimum of 60 college credits and relevant certification from the New Jersey Department of Education. Ideal candidates should possess skills in child development theories and effective communication. This is a full-time position available starting 08/11/2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum 60 college credits required.
• New Jersey Standard Certificate in Elementary Education (K-6) is essential.
• Effective communication skills in English are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with student instruction according to curriculum.
• Help teachers prepare lessons and materials.
• Supervise students during various activities.
• Track attendance and grading.
• Provide support to students needing special accommodations.

Skills

Child development theories

Planning lesson plans

Instructional strategies

Effective communication in English

Education

Minimum of 60 college credits

New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate in Elementary Education, K-6

Tools

Instructional technologies and software

Assessment tools

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/15/2025
• Location: Jersey City Global Charter School
• Date Available: 08/11/2025

Reports to: Acting Director of K-8

Work Year: 10 Months

Objectives of this role

To provide a class environment which fosters learning and personal growth; to help students develop skills, attitudes and knowledge relevant to their grade level and provide a good foundation for continued education as well as maintain positive relationships with caregivers and staff members.

To facilitate student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students' providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide and assist with instruction to students in accordance with the JCGCS’ curriculums.
• Help teachers with lesson preparation, including collecting materials and setting up equipment
• Establish objectives in the preparation of lesson plans and develop lessons and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to meet the needs of each student.
• Review lessons with students on a one‑on‑one basis or in small groups
• Supervise students in class, between classes and during recreation periods and field trips
• Track attendance, grading assignments and assist in calculating grades
• Provide extra help to students who need special accommodations or are struggling with a concept
• Assist students with special learning requirements, including disabilities or English as a second language
• Maintains excellent and clear records of students’ educational progress in class through the use of board approved platforms.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior necessary to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning
• Consult with members of the child study team regarding each student's educational program, academic program and personal growth.
• Meets at least once annually with the case manager, caregivers and other professional staff to review and revise the IEP and placement of each assigned student if applicable.
• Communicate with caregivers through conferences, and other means to inform them about the school's program and discuss the students progress
• Participates in school level planning, such as grade level meetings, staff meetings and professional learning communities
• Provides research‑based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's individualized learning plan
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their goals.
• Adheres to procedural requirements, including due process timelines.
• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities by communicating expectations of appropriate behavior.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.
• If applicable, provides instructional direction to paraprofessional support staff: assigns activities, provides guidance and instructional oversight
• Attends training sessions, conferences, seminars, district and departmental meetings.
• Keeps abreast of changing developments, trends, instructional and educational technologies
• Participate and implement core values of the JCGCS MicroSociety model

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 60 college credits
• A New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in Elementary Education, K‑6.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
• Knowledge of research based practices, techniques and approaches.
• Knowledge of child development theories and development stages and needs.
• Knowledge of current trends, theories and technologies pertaining to learning and instruction.
• Knowledge of assessment procedures and techniques, test construction and evaluation methods.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies, techniques and interventions related to job assignment.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies and software, equipment, tools and devices used presenting instruction, documenting assessments, student progress or other classroom administrative requirements of the district.
• Skilled in planning and developing lesson plans consistent with approved program curriculum.
• Skilled in presenting complex materials and concepts in an understandable and grade appropriate manner.
• Skilled in developing assessment tools, assessing and evaluating student performance and needs.
• Skilled in leading group processes/discussions, utilizing a variety of instruction aids and technologies.
• Ability to assist with writing reports, lesson plans, learning objectives, tests, and assists in writing and reviewing curriculum using and applying professional/technical concepts, principles and terminology.
• Ability to deal effectively and appropriately with parents, students, staff and other educational professionals over instructional needs, concerns or problems of the student and district.
• Dealing with children, staff, parents, administrators and other educational professionals over parenting issues and concerns. Interactions require persuasion, instruction and working with others to gain cooperation and understanding of educational issues/needs.