What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessionals - Part-Time position at EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT?
Paraprofessionals - Part-Time JobID: 3344
Position Type
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
Date Posted
10/31/2025
Location
District
Date Available
01/01/2026
Closing Date
11/10/2025
Additional Information: Show/Hide
Job Title: Paraprofessionals - Part-Time
Reports To: Building Principal and Supervisor of Special Education
Job Purpose: To assist assigned special education student(s) in the classroom providing the appropriate support detailed in the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP). Assist the classroom teacher with creating and maintaining a learning environment conducive to the student's learning needs.
Qualifications-Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to work well with school age students
Ability to read and write English
Ability to speak English clearly and accurately
Ability to communicate effectively
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented
Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
Ability to support one-on-one student or small groups 3-4 students
Ability to follow directions
Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks
Ability to exercise "good" judgment
Must be able to pass the NJ Criminal History Review
Must be able to pass the post-offer physical examination
Must be able to submit the Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Form
Must be able to work with children who have moderate to severe special needs
Qualifications-Desired
1-2 years of experience working with special needs students
Associate's Degree
NJ Substitute Certification
Computer literate
Duties/Responsibilities
Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with the student(s), classroom teacher, and student's parent/guardian
Maintains the safety of the student by providing a safe, organized environment for effective and independent learning
Provides student(s) with supportive and supplemental instructional assistance
Provides assistance with academics in all academic areas
Accompanies student(s) to special events and to other classrooms, including music, art, and physical education
Reviews and reinforces skills and concepts taught by the classroom teacher
Sets up and maintains special classroom equipment and learning centers under the direction of the classroom teacher
Instructs individual and small groups of students using instruction objectives from lessons developed by the classroom teacher
Provides assistance with individualized program materials-written and oral
Implements classroom behavioral management strategies and/or individual student behavior plans
Provides information as needed to special education teacher regarding a student's behavior in special areas
Gains a working knowledge about the student(s) and provides assistance to special area teachers
Assists student(s) with personal and hygienic care, when necessary
Observes and intervenes to redirect disruptive and inappropriate behavior
Directs and maintains student(s) on task
Working Conditions
School Building
Classroom
10 Month Position
(29.5 hours/week)
Part-Time Salary Range of $22,015 (Step 1) - $29,395 (Step 8) based on experience in position
Medical and Dental Benefits do not apply to these positions
Physical Requirements: (The physical requirements are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Ability to maintain a positive attitude throughout the school day
Ability to reach above and below the waist
Ability to use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp objects
Ability to use both hands for repetitive motion
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
Ability to service/support one student or small group of students for the length of a school day
Ability to restrain students when necessary
Ability to bend at the waist
Ability to lift and/or carry smaller students when necessary
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to bend knees, stoop, and/or squat to address students
Visual and auditory acuity
Direct Reports
N/A
Application Procedure
Apply Online
Egg Harbor Township Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Position Type
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
Date Posted
10/31/2025
Location
District
Date Available
01/01/2026
Closing Date
11/10/2025
Additional Information: Show/Hide
Job Title: Paraprofessionals - Part-Time
Reports To: Building Principal and Supervisor of Special Education
Job Purpose: To assist assigned special education student(s) in the classroom providing the appropriate support detailed in the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP). Assist the classroom teacher with creating and maintaining a learning environment conducive to the student's learning needs.
Qualifications-Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to work well with school age students
Ability to read and write English
Ability to speak English clearly and accurately
Ability to communicate effectively
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented
Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
Ability to support one-on-one student or small groups 3-4 students
Ability to follow directions
Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks
Ability to exercise "good" judgment
Must be able to pass the NJ Criminal History Review
Must be able to pass the post-offer physical examination
Must be able to submit the Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Form
Must be able to work with children who have moderate to severe special needs
Qualifications-Desired
1-2 years of experience working with special needs students
Associate's Degree
NJ Substitute Certification
Computer literate
Duties/Responsibilities
Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with the student(s), classroom teacher, and student's parent/guardian
Maintains the safety of the student by providing a safe, organized environment for effective and independent learning
Provides student(s) with supportive and supplemental instructional assistance
Provides assistance with academics in all academic areas
Accompanies student(s) to special events and to other classrooms, including music, art, and physical education
Reviews and reinforces skills and concepts taught by the classroom teacher
Sets up and maintains special classroom equipment and learning centers under the direction of the classroom teacher
Instructs individual and small groups of students using instruction objectives from lessons developed by the classroom teacher
Provides assistance with individualized program materials-written and oral
Implements classroom behavioral management strategies and/or individual student behavior plans
Provides information as needed to special education teacher regarding a student's behavior in special areas
Gains a working knowledge about the student(s) and provides assistance to special area teachers
Assists student(s) with personal and hygienic care, when necessary
Observes and intervenes to redirect disruptive and inappropriate behavior
Directs and maintains student(s) on task
Working Conditions
School Building
Classroom
10 Month Position
(29.5 hours/week)
Part-Time Salary Range of $22,015 (Step 1) - $29,395 (Step 8) based on experience in position
Medical and Dental Benefits do not apply to these positions
Physical Requirements: (The physical requirements are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Ability to maintain a positive attitude throughout the school day
Ability to reach above and below the waist
Ability to use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp objects
Ability to use both hands for repetitive motion
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
Ability to service/support one student or small group of students for the length of a school day
Ability to restrain students when necessary
Ability to bend at the waist
Ability to lift and/or carry smaller students when necessary
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to bend knees, stoop, and/or squat to address students
Visual and auditory acuity
Direct Reports
N/A
Application Procedure
Apply Online
Egg Harbor Township Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $22,015 - $29,395
