Paraprofessional

PARAPROFESSIONALS – Bergen County, NJ

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Horizon Staffing Resources is seeking qualified paraprofessionals in Bergen County, NJ. The positions available range from 1:1 support services to in-class support services with special needs students. The role of the paraprofessionals will be to aid students in academics, daily living activities, and behavioral management. The ideal candidates will have previous paraprofessional or relatable experience with children, preferably those with special needs.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, standard school hours.
• Hours dependent on school setting.

Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional reinforcement for individual students
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
• Assist student in daily living activities and behavior management
• Supervise student in the cafeteria, schoolyard, specials, hallways, and/or on field trips
• 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills
• Must have experience in a relatable position
• Must have or be willing to get fingerprinted by the Board of Education.

Qualification Requirements 

• High School Diploma (required); or
• 30 completed credits from an institution of higher learning (preferred); or
• An Associate’s Degree or higher (preferred)