Teacher Assistant (Multiply Handicapped) - Anticipated

Bergen County Special Services School District; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Bergen County Special Services School District in Paramus, NJ, seeks a Teacher Assistant (Multiply Handicapped) for Visions Paramus/Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. This 10-month, non-certificated position supports students with significant educational disabilities and collaborates with staff to maintain an inclusive classroom environment.

Date available: 08/26/2026; Closing Date: 08/05/2026. Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 25 lbs., with

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience working with Multiply Handicapped population - preferred.
• New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Disability awareness

Student support

Physical stamina

Team cooperation

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(MULTIPLY HANDICAPPED) ANTICIPATED

(10 Months – Non-certificated)

Visions Paramus/Middle School

• Position Type: Support Staff Non-Certificated
• Date Posted: 7/22/2026
• Location: VISIONS PARAMUS/MIDDLE SCHOOL
• Date Available: 08/26/2026
• Closing Date: 08/05/2026

Qualifications:

• 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.
• Experience working with Multiply Handicapped population - preferred.
• New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER