Preschool Paraprofessional 

Qualifications: 60 college credits or a passing score on the ParaPro Exam required. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Some or all of the following duties and responsibilities may apply)

• 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

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

Salary: $21.49 - $24.46 hourly rate  Benefits: Paraprofessionals are not eligible for benefits 

Closing Date:  Open until filled.         AA/EOE Job ID: 628

Saddle Brook Township School District is a regular school district located in Bergen County with 5 schools, 150 teachers and 1,767 students. Total Revenue is $50,029,000 and is trending up. Saddle Brook Township School District spends $23,100 per student per year on instruction.