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Paraprofessional (Special Education)
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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
Job Description
Paraprofessional (Special Education) at The Pleasantville Public School District Paraprofessional (Special Education) at The Pleasantville Public School District in Pleasantville, New Jersey Posted in about 4 hours ago.
TITLE:
PARAPROFESSIONAL - SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM / ONE-ON-ONE QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma; Sixty college credits, Associate's Degree, or pass Praxis Exam Minimum experience as determined by the board Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices and demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities Good oral and written communication skills Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.) Appointment may require successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse, CPR, first aid, and /or behavioral management training. Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies. Ability to respectfully manage students, including students with developmental disabilities. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary. Provide proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with 18
A:
6-7.1. Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with
N.J.A.C. 6
3-4A.4. Pass the state-required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by
N.J.A.C. 6
3-4A.4. Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
REPORTS TO
Principal, Director of Special Services, and Classroom Teacher
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
: 10-month employee, salary and work year as set by the PEA contract.
ANNUAL EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluations Approved by:
Pleasantville Board of Education Date:
August 18, 2015
Revised:
January 17, 2023 Salary range for teachers new to the district: Step 1 - $38,148.00 to Step 11- $44,225.00 Candidates with previous experience will receive credit up to the eleventh step on the salary guide for previous teaching experience in a public school district.
BENEFITS
Medical, dental, and vision insurance New Jersey State Pensions & Benefits Paid sick and personal time Optional 403(b) retirement plan (employee funded) Optional disability insurance (employee funded)
Salary/Compensation:
$38,148 - $44,225 per year recblid carxwc03v6lna8ej76u0oqln4jb5ps