TEACHER ASSISTANT (AUTISM)

Bergen County Special Services School District; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Bergen County Special Services School District in Whippany, NJ, seeks a Teacher Assistant (Autism) for the 2026-2027 school year at Washington @ Hanover - Bee Meadow School. This 10-month non-certificated position offers compensation in the posted range and requires a high school diploma and ability to work with students with disabilities.

The role emphasizes effective written and oral communication, compassion for students with significant educational needs, and physical ability to perform

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Effective written and oral expression.
• Experience working with children with disabilities.
• Experience with individuals with Autism preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical work and lift up to 25 lbs.
• New Jersey residency within one year of hire.

Skills

Effective written and oral expression

Experience working with children with

Experience with Autism

Computer/clerical skills

Education

High School diploma

Job description

BERGEN COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES

ANNOUNCEMENT: POSITION OPENING

The Board of Education is seeking applications for the 2026-2027 school year for the following position:

TEACHER ASSISTANT (AUTISM)

(10 Months Non-certificated)

Washington @ Hanover - Bee Meadow School in Whippany

Compensation Rate/Range: $32,935-$46,685

Click here to view the benefits: BCSS Education Association Contract 2023-2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

PCN 04-39-02/bgf

c: Presidents, Employee Associations

• High School diploma.
• Effective written and oral expression.
• Demonstrated ability to work with or experience working with children with disabilities.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for supporting the needs of students with significant educational disabilities.
• Must be able to perform physical work, which requires frequent bending and lifting. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
• Experienced computer/clerical skills highly preferred.
• Experience working with individual with Autism preferred.
• Willing and able to complete Crisis Management training.
• New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Salary/Compensation: $32,935 - $46,685 per year