Preschool Paraprofessional

Position Type: Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Date Posted: 7/6/2026

Location: Saddle Brook School District

Date Available: 09/01/2026

Closing Date: 06/30/2027

60 college credits or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam required.

• Under supervision of a certified teacher, prepare for classroom activities
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments and projects
• Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures and assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance
• Assist teachers with the implementation of lesson plans
• Work with individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher
• Assist with personal care needs of students (e.g. toileting, hygiene, etc.)
• Assist students with mobility and access to materials
• Closely supervise students throughout the school building and on the playground
• Assist in maintaining a neat, orderly and enriched learning environment
• Monitor student activities and student behavior
• Assist in implementation and monitoring of behavior plans
• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment
• Participate in daily activities, training sessions
• Dispose of waste materials, food and toys to maintain the hygiene and health of students and staff
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Participate in inservice training, conferences or formal classes related to assignment
• Show initiative when working with children
• Maintain cooperative, effective relationships
• Maintain confidentiality of student records
• Assist in additional duties as assigned by administration

Sitting, standing, reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, must be able to see and hear the entire classroom.

$21.49 - $24.46 hourly rate

Paraprofessionals are not eligible for benefits

Closing Date:
Open until filled.

AA/EOE