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.
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Our Paraprofessional Technicians work collaboratively to deliver life-changing applied behavior analytic (ABA) services for pediatric patients diagnosed with developmental disabilities, pediatric feeding disorders, or other complex behavioral needs. Working directly under the guidance of our professional behavior analysts (BCBAs) and licensed psychologists, our technicians assist with vital patient assessments and hands-on clinical program implementation. We view our clinical support staff as a critical component of the care team and recognize the incredibly positive impact they have on the developmental journeys and healthcare outcomes of our patients and their families. We hope you are excited by the opportunity to deliver specialized pediatric care in a way that redefines the patient experience through teamwork, compassion, and excellence within the RWJBarnabas Health network!
A Typical Day:
Clinical Therapy Execution:
Conducting dedicated therapy sessions with patients using standard ABA procedures under the direct guidance of a BCBA.
Program Implementation:
Assisting with the development and deployment of crucial skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs.
Data & Optimization:
Organizing, maintaining, and entering treatment data into spreadsheets to accurately graph and report progress.
Caregiver Partnership:
Assisting in the training of parents, school personnel, and caregivers to ensure treatment continuity.
Clinical Collaboration:
Preparing initial drafts of session materials, progress notes, and reporting behavioral observations in measurable terms.
Auxiliary Support:
Assisting with clinical research activities and maintaining the overall organization and cleanliness of department materials.
This Role Might Be For You If:
You Are Patient-Centric:
You are deeply passionate about creating and delivering a differentiated healthcare experience for children and adolescents with unique developmental needs.
You Are Resilient:
You maintain a calm, structured, and positive demeanor when working through challenging clinical behaviors such as aggression, self-injury, or feeding issues.
You Have High Standards:
You set a high bar for yourself and others to maintain a safe, welcoming, and highly therapeutic environment for your patients.
You Value Teamwork:
You believe that true healing is optimized and strengthened through kindness, empathy, and collaborative multidisciplinary communication.
You Are High-Energy:
You possess the stamina, coordination, and physical ability to lift or transfer up to 50 pounds independently to support active pediatric patients.
To Be Considered:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED required. (A Bachelor's degree in child development, psychology, or a related field is a plus!)
Certifications:
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Experience:
Preference is given to individuals with prior experience working with individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities or pediatric feeding disorders in an educational, instructional, or therapeutic setting.
