Teacher Assistant & Paraeducator — 10-Month Benefits

Mercer County Technical School District; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

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

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.