Teacher Assistant

Mercer County Technical School District

Pennington (NJ)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

NJ Pension Program

Job summary

Mercer County Technical School District Sypek Center - Pennington, NJ, is hiring a Teacher Assistant to support classroom activities and student learning for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate start with a 10-month contract and a salary range of $30,616 to $43,651.

Eligible for comprehensive benefits and pension upon full-time employment. Requirements include NJ Substitute or Paraprofessional certification, ability to engage with students, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

NJ Substitute Certificate or Paraprofessional Certificate required.
Experience working with children in an educational setting.
Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
Demonstrated enthusiasm for supporting the needs of students.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.

Responsibilities

Reports to Principal.

Skills

Work with children

Positive learning environment

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Citizenship/residency proof

Education

NJ Substitute Certificate or Paraprofessional Certificate

Tools

None

Job description

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Teacher Assistant

Mercer County Technical School District Sypek Center - Pennington, NJ, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5896626
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NJ Substitute Teacher or Paraprofessional Certification Required

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid New Jersey Substitute Certificate or Paraprofessional Certificate;
Demonstrated ability to work with or experience working with children in an educational setting;
Ability to maintain a positive learning environment;
Demonstrated enthusiasm for supporting the needs of students;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

REPORTS TO:Principal

SALARY RANGE:$30,616 - 43,651

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:10-month position

BENEFITS:Full-time employees receive a comprehensive medical/prescription and dental benefits package, paid time off (sick, personal, family illness, etc.), and will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

The Mercer County Technical School District guarantees equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, age, creed, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, nationality or sex.

Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml )

AA/EEO

Position Type: Full-Time

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