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Trenton Public Schools

Paraprofessional Special Education (Life Skills)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $33,375–$55,199/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Trenton, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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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

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Paraprofessionals Date Posted:

8/14/2026

Location:

Trenton High School -

Chambers Closing Date:

08/19/2026 TRENTON

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Title:

Paraprofessional/ Parent Liaison Position Type:

Full-Time (10-Month Employee)

Salary Range:

$33,375- $55,199

Benefits:

Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental, and enrollment in the applicable NJ State Pension Program

UNION AFFILIATION

TRENTON

PARAPROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION

(PAR)

Minimum Education Requirements:

Minimum of 48 college credits from an accredited institution OR Valid NJ Paraprofessional Certification (or higher certification

QUALIFICATIONS & PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Please refer to the attached job description for a detailed overview of the required qualifications and performance responsibilities associated with this position. The Trenton Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For more information on this position, please read the full description document. Job Descriptions Paraprofessional Special Education.pdf