Job Title:
Paraprofessional II - Preschool
Company: Gloucester Township Public Schools
Location: Blackwood, NJ
Created: 2026-04-19
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
PARAPROFESSIONAL II - Instructional Assistant QUALIFICATIONS: * Passing score on the Para Pro Assessment or 48 college credits. * Successful completion of criminal history background check. * Proof of US citizenship. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Ability to read, write and speak English and perform simple math. * Must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position. Any physical disability which would cause the candidate to be a hazard to themselves or to others is considered disqualifying. * Ability to hear conversational voice, with or without hearing aid. * Good vision, with or without glasses. * Ability to follow written or oral directions. * Ability to work with all types of students under varied conditions. * Previous experience working with children in various activity circumstances, preferred. * Endeavors to obtain background in related fields of education. REPORTS TO: Principal Instructional Supervisor- Department of Curriculum PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Supervise student(s) and assist the teacher when necessary. * Keep student(s) on task for the programs taught by the teacher. * Reinforce appropriate behavior in accordance with the teacher's plan. * Review/reinforce skills in the classroom (small groups, one-on-one instruction). * Assist student(s) in the classroom (i.e. hand over hand for handwriting). * Assist student(s) with feeding, if necessary. * Assist student(s) with toileting/dressing, if needed. * Listen and read to students. * After each activity, assist with clean-up process so that the next activity can be started effectively and quickly. * Prepare instructional materials. * General office duties (i.e. duplicating, sorting, distributing, filing). * Assist with playground supervision, bus loading/unloading, monitor the lunchroom, or other duties assigned by the Principal. COMPENSATION: In accordance with GTSPA contract. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months VACATION: There is no vacation time allotted to this position. EVALUATION: To be evaluated semi-annually in accordance with the Board's policy on Evaluation of personnel.