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Mercer County Technical School District

Teacher Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Pay: $30,616–$43,651/yr
Posted: 3 weeks ago
Location: Pennington, NJ (Onsite)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

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

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Job Description

Teacher Assistant Mercer County Technical School District Pennington, NJ Job Details Full-time $30,616 - $43,651 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Qualifications School experience Classroom management Academic institution experience Experience working with children Working with students Full Job Description NJ Substitute Teacher or Paraprofessional Certification Required
EFFECTIVE
2026-2027 School Year
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid New Jersey Substitute Certificate or Paraprofessional Certificate; Demonstrated ability to work with or 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; Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
REPORTS TO
Principal
SALARY RANGE
$30,616 - 43,651 TERMS
OF EMPLOYMENT
: 10-month position
BENEFITS
Full-time employees receive a comprehensive medical/prescription and dental benefits package, paid time off (sick, personal, family illness, etc.), and will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program. The Mercer County Technical School District guarantees equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, age, creed, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, nationality or sex. Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act ( https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml ) AA/EEO Please Apply Online at www.mcts.edu