Preschool Educational Assistants - Special Education

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Hamilton Township School District Mercer County

Preschool Educational Assistants
- Special Education

• Position Type:
  SUPPORT STAFF/ Educational Assistant (Early Childhood)
• Date Posted:
  9/23/2026
• Location:
  
  Pre-School (Elementary)
• Closing Date:
  10/14/2026

Preschool Educational Assistant Special Ed
Work Schedule:

• 185 days per year
• 10 month position

Requirements:

• Support the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities
• Assist students during whole-group, small-group, and individualized learning
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Provide support with classroom materials, centers, and learning tasks
• Assist students during transitions, snacks, and recess
• Foster positive relationships with students and encourage appropriate behaviors
• Collaborate with instructional and administrative staff to promote the success of all early learners
• 60 college credits (a plus)
• Educational assistant (or similar experience) a plus

Effective: School Year

• As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package:
including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

AA/EEO

* In accordance with S-414/A-3188 ( http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ),
school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.

* 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:// )

Permanent employees only.

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