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Banyan School
Paraprofessional-Special Education School
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$37,190 / year median in New Jersey
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Paraprofessional-Special Education School Banyan School - 3.5 Fairfield, NJ Job Details Full-time | Contract $32,000 - $35,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications School experience Experience working with individuals with disabilities Outdoor work experience High school diploma or GED Working with students Full Job Description Banyan School is looking for a full-time paraprofessional. This position is under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives. Essential Functions You may work as a 1:1 with a student or be a classroom paraprofessional. Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs. Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize learning, achievement of IEP objectives, through modifications and accommodations. Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs. Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task. Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, and other related non-instructional areas. Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Prior experience working with special needs teens is desirable, but not necessary. Training is provided.