FlexSchool·Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
The Teacher's Aide will provide classroom support and supervision to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment for students. Responsibilities include developing teaching aids, assisting with student behavior, and reinforcing subject matter under the guidance of a teacher.
FlexSchool is a unique, accredited private school network designed for gifted, twice-exceptional, and non-traditional learners.
Our small classes, flexible, strengths-first support for diverse learning profiles, and deeply supportive community empower creative, curious, and complex students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are a mission-driven environment where educators are encouraged to think outside the box, collaborate closely, and design learning experiences that meet students where they are while helping them grow into who they can become.
What You'll Do Core responsibilities include: Support and supervision in the classroom, in support of both the individual student and an overall safe and stimulating educational environment.
Utilizing the student profile to proactively plan, preparing, and developing various teaching aids for use in the classroom to support student success, including activity sheets, drawings, and similar handouts.
Providing redirection as needed to support appropriate classroom behaviors.
Supervising and supporting student breaks from the classroom as needed.
Supporting the student in learning to identify and proactively prepare for challenges such as sensory stimuli, social discomfort, etc., and to develop strategies for self-regulating and returning to class.
Presenting and reinforcing class subject matter to the student, under the guidance of a teacher, utilizing a variety of methods including stories, discussions, and role-playing as needed.
Assisting the student with assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
In the absence of the teacher, may confer with parents on student progress.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Who Thrives Here Educators who: Value relationships as much as academics Enjoy teaching outside traditional models Are flexible, collaborative, and student-centered Want to make a meaningful difference every day Possess strong communication and organizational skills Model passion and enthusiasm in their subject areas Credentials Patient, flexible, positive, consistent, dependable, creative, and cooperative with a sense of humor Mental stamina to work positively with students for the length of scheduled workday Sufficient security and judgment to handle crisis situations Experience working with gifted/LD students a plus High school diploma or GED At least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of directly related experience. The role requires strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work effectively with gifted or learning-disabled students.
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in New Jersey are typically in steady demand, especially in core subjects like English. Competition can be strong because districts often look for candidates with the correct New Jersey certification, a bachelor’s degree, and classroom readiness; the posted benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show your certification status and relevant English instruction experience.