Teacher Assistant

Burlington County Special Services School District; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Teacher Assistant to support students with unique abilities. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with a certified teacher to create a safe and engaging learning environment for children with significant educational disabilities and behavioral challenges. Your enthusiasm and commitment to fostering a positive educational experience will be vital in helping these students thrive. Join a passionate team where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and their families. If you are ready to take on this fulfilling challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates Degree preferred.
• Experience working with children with disabilities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified teacher in providing educational support.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating environment for students.

Skills

Support for students with disabilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Experience working with children

Enthusiasm for educational support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

Burlington County Special Services School District | Westampton, NJ 08060

Position: Full-Time Teacher Assistant

The Burlington County Special Services School District is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting students with unique abilities.

Duties include

• Demonstrated enthusiasm for supporting the needs of students with significant educational disabilities and behavioral challenges.
• Provide support to a certified teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with or experience working with children with disabilities.
• Willingness to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
• Must be able to perform physical work, which requires frequent bending and lifting.
• Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for daily activities; aids instructional efforts of the teacher.
• Assists the teacher in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree preferred.
• Physical abilities necessary to serve in this capacity including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Hours in alignment with school student schedule: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm weekdays.

Benefits include

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Salary per Negotiated Agreement

Required criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Must be NJ resident within one year from date of hire.

EEO/AA

It is the policy of the Burlington County Special Services School District not to discriminate against someone on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (including pregnancy), disability or genetic information, or other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Drug Testing Required.

Interested candidates please visit us on the web in order to apply.