Teacher Assistant (AST-0576) 5.75 Hrs.

Washington Township Schools; Township of Washington (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindle Preschool is seeking a dedicated Support Staff/Teacher Assistant to support classroom activities and assist teachers in delivering instruction. The role requires a high school diploma, experience with children, and strong English communication skills.

Staff must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in CPR training if needed. The position emphasizes creating a positive learning environment and collaboration with other staff.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate
• Experience working with children
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in mathematics and communicate fluently in English, verbally and in writing.
• Basic tech skills on computers, tablets, and laptops.
• Ability to work well with other staff to establish a positive learning environment.
• Ability to work with students with various disabilities.
• Ability to physically perform duties including standing, walking, running, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching.
• Ability to lift or move 40 pounds.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Willingness to fulfill performance responsibilities related to individual student needs.
• Evidence of good moral character (reference checks, fingerprinting, observation).
• Willing to be trained in CPR and Crisis Prevention.

Skills

Experience with children

English communication

Math proficiency

Basic tech skills

Teamwork

Disabilities experience

Physical stamina

Lifting 40 lbs

Confidentiality

CPR training

Academic support for students

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Type:

Support Staff/Teacher Assistant

Date Posted:

10/5/2026

Location:

Kindle Preschool

REQUIRED CRITERIA:

• High School Graduate
• Experience working with children
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in mathematics, and ability to communicate fluently in English, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate basic tech skills on computers, tablets, and laptops.
• Ability to work well with other assigned staff to establish a positive learning environments for students.
• Ability to work successfully with students with various disabilities.
• Ability to physically perform job duties including standing, walking, running, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift or move 40 pounds.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student's information.
• Willingness to fulfill the specific performance responsibilities of the position as they relate to individual student's needs.
• Evidence of good moral character as determined by reference checks, fingerprinting review and observation.
• Ability to work successfully with children with disabilities.
• Willing to be trained in CPR and Crisis Prevention

PREFERRED CRITERIA:

• Ability to provide academic and physical support to students with disabilities as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Computer proficiency
• Experience with school-age students.

SALARY

$19.83 / Hr.