Overview Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as we embark embrace differences and improve lives. Archway Programs is a nonprofit organization in New Jersey, providing diverse services to individuals of all ages with disabilities. The organization focuses on core values like safety, compassion, and individuality to improve lives. With over 450 employees serving over 1,800 individuals, Archway Programs emphasizes customized services and continuous innovation to make a positive impact in the community. Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • Life and Disability Insurance • PTO and Vacation Time • Career growth and leadership opportunities • Employee Assistance Program • And more! Title: Paraprofessional Job Summary: The paraprofessional is a non-certified staff member who does not hold the position of teacher, but assists the classroom teacher under the guidance of a teacher and the building principal. Sometimes paraprofessionals serve as teacher assistants, one-to-one aides (assigned to individual students), or they perform school-related clerical duties. The paraprofessional provides appropriate and consistent service to students, helping to implement educational activities, as well as offering emotional, social, and behavioral development. Salary Range: $28000 - $40000 / Annually Responsibilities Responsibilities • Assists teacher in monitoring of students’ academic work and behavioral performance • Contributes input during parent conferences • Performs classroom and school-related clerical duties as needed • Maintains accurate records; attendance, behavior modification points, lunch counts • Cleans and decorates classroom; designs monthly bulletin boards • Assists students during arrival and dismissal from school • Supervises students while moving throughout the building, around campus and during assigned school activities • Attends all staff meetings, in-services and orientations • Participates in job coaching when needed. • Arrives to work on time and adheres to the electronic sign in/payroll system and attendance policy. • Attends annual “Handle with Care” and “Crisis Prevention Institute” trainings • Responsible for all miscellaneous duties as assigned by the teacher or principal • Develops an annual Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) approved by the principal • Earns annual certification in CPR/AED Qualifications Qualifications • High school diploma or GED required • Associate degree is preferred • Prior experience in a child-centered environment is preferred About Archway Programs Since 1965, Archway Programs has been meeting the individualized needs of thousands of families throughout the state of New Jersey. Archway Programs is a diverse, non-profit, human services organization which includes approved private schools for students with disabilities in addition to several model programs providing unmatched services to children and adults of all ages. Built on a solid foundation of core values, providing safety, possessing compassion and promoting individuality, Archway Programs strives to improve the life of every individual served. Our goal is to ensure that each individual’s needs are met and customized services are provided and partnered with passionate, committed and talented professionals in a safe environment. Over 450 individuals are currently employed by Archway Programs and this dedicated and talented staff provides services to over 1,800 individuals. Over the course of its history, Archway Programs has evolved, driving positive change through innovative development and expansion of services providing new opportunities throughout our community Embracing Differences, Improving Lives.