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BERGEN COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES ANNOUNCEMENT: POSITION OPENING

The Board of Education is seeking applications for the 2025-2026 school year for the following position:

TEACHER ASSISTANT (AUTISM)
(10 Months - Non-certificated)
Tri-Valley/Lincoln - Bergenfield
Position Type: Support Staff Non-Certificated/Teacher Assistant

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma.
2. Effective written and oral expression.
3. Demonstrated ability to work with or experience working with children with disabilities.
4. Demonstrated enthusiasm for supporting the needs of students with significant educational disabilities.
5. Must be able to perform physical work, which requires frequent bending and lifting. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
6. Experienced computer/clerical skills - highly preferred.
7. Experience working with students with Autism - preferred.
8. Willing and able to complete Crisis Management training.
9. New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Applicants for this position are asked to apply online via Applitrack at https://www.applitrack.com/bcss/onlineapp/ AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER