Part Time - IDEA Instructional Aide; Middlesex, Mercer, Ocean Counties

Part Time - IDEA Instructional Aide

Anticipated at various locations in Mercer, Middlesex, Ocean, and Somerset Counties. Ten (10) Month Position

SCHOOL/PROGRAM:
The Educational Services Commission of New Jersey - Nonpublic School Services Department.

RESPONSIBLE TO:
Program Administrator designated by the Board or Superintendent

START DATE:

September 1, 2026 - Pending Criminal History Clearance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum of 60 college credits from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred.
• Experience working with children in an educational or related setting is preferred.
• Commitment to supporting student learning, growth, and achievement through the provision of a structured, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to accept supervision, implement feedback, and follow established guidelines, procedures, and directives.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform duties as assigned in the nonpublic school setting.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check and verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:

Supervisor of Instruction

HOURS:

Hourly "as needed" (Follow calendar of assigned school)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist classroom teacher with non-teaching duties while implementing service plans: management and supervision of assigned students; review and reinforcement of skills and concept under the direction of the teacher.
• Maintain open lines of communication with classroom teachers regarding assigned students' progress, behavior, and other matters critical to their educational program.
• Assist with supervision of assigned students during classroom instruction.
• Provide an atmosphere which promotes positive social and emotional growth and development for assigned students.
• Aid in the implementing of accommodations and modifications as per assigned students' ISPs.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Instruction.

BENEFIT: DCRP Pension, sick and Personal based on FTE.

SALARY:
Following the established MCESA Salary Guide:
Step #11 - $19.46 to Step # 18 - $24.23