Teacher Assistant

Willingboro Township Public Schools; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Prescription Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Pre-Tax Deductions

Employee Assistance Program

NJ Pension

Sick Days

Personal Days

Vacation Days

Job summary

Willingboro Township Public Schools seeks an instructional assistant to support reading, writing and math instruction. The role emphasizes one-on-one student work and collaboration with teachers. Candidates should be prepared to pass a background check and meet minimum education/ParaPro requirements.

The position is part of the 2026-2027 school year with benefits including medical/dental, FSA and retirement options. Location is the Alternative Education Program at Bookbinder.

Qualifications

• Pass an ETS ParaPro Praxis or equivalent as part of qualification.
• Hold an associate degree or higher or at least 48 college credits.
• Be able to assist in reading, writing and math instruction.
• Experience with children and with disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to work one-on-one with a student and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructional activities for reading, writing and math.
• Support students one-on-one and with classroom teachers.
• Collaborate with staff to meet individual student needs.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and adapt to student requirements.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Math instruction

Experience with children

Experience with disabilities

One-on-one with student

Collaboration with children & teachers

Willingness to learn needs

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher

2 years college / 48 credits

Praxis Parapro test (ETS)

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Willingboro Township Public Schools

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/8/2026
• Location: Alternative Education Program at Bookbinder

Vacancy for 2026-2027 School Year

Minimum Qualifications: Candidate must meet at least one of the minimum qualifications listed below.

• Passed the (ETS) Educational Testing Service(ParaPro Assessment) Praxis Test
• Hold an Associate's Degree or higher (and/or 2 years of college with at least 48college credits) from an accredited college
• Qualifications (Other):
• The knowledge of and ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and math.
• Experience in working with children
• Experience in working with persons with disabilities
• Strong desire to work one-on-one with a student
• Ability to work effectively with children and teachers
• Willingness to learn the uniqueeducational and/or personal needs to assist a student with a disability
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Will be required to pass a criminal history background check, physical, and show proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status. (CURRENT EMPLOYEES EXEMPT)

Salary Range: $24,072.00 - $29,010.00 per W.E.A. Contract Salary Guide

Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Prescription, and dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Optional disability insurance (Aflac, Prudential, Hartford)
• Pre-Tax deduction options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical/Rx waiver options
• NJ Pension System Enrollment
• Voluntary 304(b) Plan
• AccumulatingSick Days, Personal Days and/or Vacation Days