Classroom Assistant II - Temporary Casual

Classroom Assistant II - Temporary Casual

Rutgers University – Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP)

Base Pay Range

$17.83/hr – $17.83/hr

Overview

At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation's highest quality doctoral education and training. The Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center (DDC) supports students with developmental disabilities and is part of GSAPP’s commitment to education, research, and public service.

Posting Summary

The university seeks a Classroom Assistant to support the certified special education teacher in delivering educational and behavioral programming at the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center – School Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist the certified special education teacher with educational and behavioral programming for students with developmental disabilities.
• Work with active students in 1‑to‑1 or small group settings (2‑4 students) in a busy, moderately noisy environment.
• Support classrooms of students with severe behavior challenges, including implementing crisis‑management techniques such as defensive strategies for punches, kicks, and other aggressive behaviors.
• Maintain educational and behavioral records for each student in designated notebooks under the supervision of a certified Special Education Teacher.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Part‑time, 19.5 hours per week, daily shift, hour‑only appointment. Temporary staff appointment.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non‑computerized formats.
• Ability to use specialized instructional and record‑keeping instruments.
• Ability to work with children and/or young adults with autism or other special needs.
• Effective client service skills and clear communication.
• Ability to instruct and provide support to the specific student population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some relevant experience working with children.

Equipment Utilized and Physical Demands

• Must be physically capable of safely providing crisis‑management techniques including restraining, lifting, and blocking individuals with challenging behavior after training.

Special Conditions

• Applicants must agree to undergo fingerprint, criminal history, and child‑abuse record checks with federal and state agencies. Applicants assume any costs associated with background investigations.
• A Mantoux test will be administered to verify the absence of tuberculosis. Successful applicants will be required to receive Hepatitis B vaccination unless waived in writing.

Posting Details

Open Date: 11/04/2025
Close Date: 12/04/2025

Pre‑Employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

During flu season, employees may be required to provide proof of vaccination against seasonal influenza unless a medical or religious exemption is granted. Failure to provide proof may result in rescission of an offer or disciplinary action.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rutgers University is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./non‑discrimination‑statement.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Letters of recommendation, transcripts, or other supporting materials.

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