Classroom Aide

Classroom Aide

Under the direction of a certified classroom teacher and/or school administrator, ESS school district aides supplement student education and assist classroom teachers with instructional, behavior management, and/or administrative duties. They support the physical, behavioral, and academic needs of a specific student or group of students with special needs throughout the school day. 

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional reinforcement for individual students or small groups of students
• Assist teacher with classroom management and general supervision of the class
• Assist with administrative duties such as setting up equipment and preparing materials
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyard, specials, hallways, on field trips, and/or during before and after school programs
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
• Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans
• Perform other duties as directed by the classroom teacher and school administration

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Valid NJ criminal history letter 
• Negative tuberculosis test obtained within 6 months of initial employment

For more information on New Jersey’s requirements and process, click here.