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Special Education Aide - Anticipated Opening

@ West Essex Regional School District
High School, New Jersey, United States
$27k-$29k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Assist students, Support classroom activities, Support special education programs
Requirements Summary:Two years of higher education or an associate degree; passing NJ Praxis for paraprofessionals; math/reading/writing standards; experience with children; effective communication with students, parents, and staff; knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities; successful background check.
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    Special Education Aide - Anticipated Opening JobID: 1210
  • Position Type:
      Support Staff/Special Education Assistant

  • Date Posted:
      4/20/2026

  • Location:
      High School

  • Date Available:
      09/01/2026

  • Closing Date:
      05/04/2026

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    DESCRIPTION:

    Special Education Aide - Anticipated Opening (10-month position)

    QUALIFICATIONS: 

    • Two years of Higher Education, or an Associate Degree; passing score on NJPRAXIS exam for paraprofessionals in education. 
    • Candidates must meet rigorous standards of quality in math, reading, and writing.
    • Successful experience working with children.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and school staff.
    • Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate special education classroom practices.
    • Successful criminal background check


    SALARY: 

    $26,847.81 - $29,337.33

     

    BENEFITS:

    This position includes a single benefits package in accordance with the New Jersey School Employees' Health Benefits Program (SEHBP)
    NJ Educators or Garden State Plan (Aetna or Horizon networks)
    Delta Dental
    NJ State Pension � Required

    OPTIONAL:
    MetLife
    Corebridge Financial
    Lincoln Investments
    Axa Equitable
    Aflac, Prudential (disability), Colonial Life, 360+: Vision-VSP

     

    FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:
    Healthcare
    Dependent Care

     

    START DATE:

    September 1, 2026

     

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
    Apply on line at: http://www.applitrack.com/westex/onlineapp/

     

    CLOSING DATE: 
    May 4, 2026