Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Clark, NJ

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Head Start Corona - Assistant Teacher

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

(Individual Family Service Plan) into lesson plans for individualized outcomes. Perform other duties, as may be required....

Substitute Teacher Aide No Degree or Experience Needed!

  • Sayreville, NJ (11 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sayreville, NJ (11 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Make an impact - Develop career skills - Flexible schedule We're hiring substitute paraprofessionals to fill immediate openings across New Jersey. Accepting applications from both certified...

[2025-2026] Instructional Assistant (Part-Time/SPED)

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create...

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Childhood Education preferred Must get yearly physical, immunizations, and fulfill any other DOH and DOE requirements before the first day of school Hold or working towards a valid Level 1 or higher...

Assistant Teacher

  • Summit, NJ (6 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Summit, NJ (6 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Education....

Group Leader/ Teacher Assistant (School Year)

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview: The Group Leader is responsible for setting goals for program participants, facilitating activities, and preparing curriculum and lesson plans....

Teachers Aide - 25/26 School Year Openings -2-3 Campus

  • Paterson, NJ (21 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ (21 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: 2-3 Campus - Support Staff/Teacher`s Aide Date Posted: 7/28/2025 Location: 2-3 Campus   

Elementary Reading Support/Assistant Teacher

  • Jersey City, NJ (14 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (14 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Empowerment Academy Charter School is hiring a Teaching Assistant to specifically help elementary students with Reading and Writing in Small Groups. This is for the 2025/2026 School Year and...

Child Care Assistant Teacher

  • Parsippany, NJ (16 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (16 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids!...

Lead Teacher, Tutor Time of West Orange

  • West Orange, NJ (12 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ (12 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

Upper School Mathematics Assistant Teacher, Grades 7-8

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary and Overview The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking an Upper School Mathematics Assistant Teacher in...

1:1 Teacher Aide - LES

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either: (A) Graduation from High School or possession of an equivalency diploma; or (B) Two (2) years of experience in a recreational field, arts and crafts field, in working...

Assistant Teacher at Lincoln Elementary School

  • Caldwell, NJ (16 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (16 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options...

Teaching assistants, F/T for The Anderson School (G&T)

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

TAs assist classroom teachers with: * student assessments * grading student work/homework/lesson planning * providing small group instruction * high-level units of study * implementing literacy and...

Teaching Assistant (1.0 FTE) - High School Special Education

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Teaching Assistant (1.0 FTE) - High School Special Education Employer Fredonia High School Location Fedonia, NY, United States Salary Competitive categories Employer Fredonia High School Location...

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Clark, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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