Anticipated: 1:1 Paraprofessional

WARREN TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS Classroom Paraprofessional Reports To: Principal Qualifications: 1) 30 college credits and valid County Substitute Certificate highly preferred; or 2) Eligible for County Substitute Certificate but not currently in possession of a valid Certificate and willing to complete Certification process immediately upon hire preferred; or 3) Candidates who cannot obtain a valid County Substitute Certificate but who commit to completing a program to do so within two years of employment; or 4) Passing score on ParaPro Assessment minimum qualification Options 1, 2, or 3 required for Classroom Paraprofessionals assigned to pre-school disabled, autism, and/or emotional regulation impairment and receiving a stipend for such assignment. Supervises: NA Basic Function: Assists the Principal, Professional and Support Staff in providing both a positive learning environment and appropriate learning experience for students. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES - INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: A. Working with the teacher, paraprofessionals will:

1. Assist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional program.
2. Assist the teacher in maintaining an inventory, organizing educational materials, preparing instructional documents, and other activities which facilitate the educational program.
3. Collect student data as directed by certificated staff.
4. Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce the learning of information or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
5. Support the teacher in maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the needs and interests of the students.
6. Monitor and supervise activities, where applicable.
7. Encourage students to maintain standards of school behavior. B. Paraprofessionals will seek to promote a positive environment in the school with students, staff, parents and the community at large through affirmative service oriented interactions. C. Paraprofessionals will perform those duties designated by the Principal, Director of Student Services, or teacher that are deemed appropriate within the scope of a classroom paraprofessional. Employment will be dependent on successful completion of a criminal background check as mandated by N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1. Additionally, and in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Permanent teaching staff members are further required to meet the citizenship standards set forth in N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1. 6/00 Revised March 8, 2010 Revised June 6, 2019 Revised December 19, 2025