Paraprofessional

PARAPROFESSIONAL – Pequannock, NJ

Are you looking for your next great opportunity in the educational field? Horizon Staffing’s opportunity in Pequannock, NJ might be right for you!

Horizon Staffing Resources is seeking a qualified paraprofessional in Pequannock NJ for on-going coverage for the current 2024-2025 school year. The paraprofessional will assist the classroom teacher in providing extra support to students with special needs, while promoting maximum academic and personal growth. The job responsibilities range from supplementing regular classroom curriculum to helping individual students.

Hours/Schedule

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Hours: 7:45am to 2:35pm

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional reinforcement for students
• Attend to student's physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
• Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans
• Assist with administrative duties such as setting up equipment and preparing materials
• Assist teacher with classroom management and general supervision of the class as needed
• Perform other duties as directed by the classroom teacher and/or school administration

Requirements

• Previous experience with childcare preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to understand child’s needs
• High school diploma or equivalent; associates or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Must have or be willing to get fingerprinted by the Board of Education.

Qualification Requirements 

• High School Diploma (required); or
• An Associate’s Degree or higher (preferred); or 
• Some completion of study at an institution of higher learning (preferred)