PARAPROFESSIONAL: PRE-K PROGRAM

PARAPROFESSIONAL

PRE-K PROGRAM JobID:

908

Position Type:

Support Staff

Date Posted:

4/17/2026

Location:

Districtwide

Date Available:

09/01/2026

Closing Date:

04/27/2026 10-Month Position

JOB GOAL

To promote the achievement of students' educational goals and learning objectives by providing supplemental and clerical services to assist the classroom teacher. Works under the direct supervision and direction of the classroom teacher to assist the student one-to-one in the classroom with all instructional materials and helps the student with needs outside of the classroom, but related to achieving needed skills and requirements for succeeding in school.

QUALIFICATIONS

Paraprofessionals must complete at least two years (60 credits) from an accredited college or pass the ParaPro Assessment offered by ETS. Previous experience working with students in a classroom setting preferred. Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices and demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities. Exhibits excellent integrity and demonstrates good moral character and initiative. Displays a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community. Effectively communicates and understands job instructions both verbally and written in the English language. Required criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status. Atlantic City Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Candidates for employment who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to be tested for the usage of controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in

N.J.S.A. 2C

35-2.