Paraprofessional; Special Education Job Pleasantville area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Paraprofessional (Special Education)

TITLE:

PARAPROFESSIONAL - SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM / ONE-ON-ONE

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma;

Sixty college credits, Associate's Degree, or pass Praxis Exam

Minimum experience as determined by the board

Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices and demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities

Good oral and written communication skills

Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.)

Appointment may require successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse, CPR, first aid, and /or behavioral management training.

Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.

Ability to respectfully manage students, including students with developmental disabilities.
Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.

Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Provide proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with 18A:6-7.1.

Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.

Pass the state-required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:

Principal, Director of Special Services, and Classroom Teacher

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10-month employee, salary and work year as set by the PEA contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluations

Approved by:
Pleasantville Board of Education

Date:
August 18, 2015
Revised:
January 17, 2023

Salary range for teachers new to the district:

Step 1 - $38,148.00 to Step 11- $44,225.00

Candidates with previous experience will receive credit up to the
eleventh step
on the salary guide for previous teaching experience in a public school district.

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
New Jersey State Pensions & Benefits
Paid sick and personal time
Optional 403(b) retirement plan (employee funded)
Optional disability insurance (employee funded)

Salary/Compensation: $38,148 - $44,225 per year

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