Extended School Year - Instructional Aide JobID: 817Position Type:Support Staff/ Instructional AssistantDate Posted:2/18/2026Location:Future Foundations AcademyDate Available:06/29/2026Closing Date:07/15/2026About the SchoolFuture Foundations Academy – a public school for students ages 12 to 21 with autism spectrum disorders.Future Foundations Academy1690 Stelton RoadPiscataway, NJ 08854Position DetailsPosition Available:Extended School Year - Instructional AideSchool / Program:The Educational Services Commission of New Jersey: Future Foundations AcademyProgram Duration:June 29, 2026 - August 07, 2026 (excluding July 3rd) - Pending Criminal History Clearance (29 Days)Hours:5.0 hrs./day (8:45 am - 2:15 pm, 1/2 hr. unpaid lunch)QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalentSubmit to and pass a criminal background checkSubmit to and pass a physical examination within 30 days of employmentKnowledge of child growth and development, demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities in all academic areasDemonstrated attitude for successful completion of tasks assignedGood communication skills: verbal, written and listening in order to properly follow procedures as per student IEPsKnowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate intervention practicesSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptableSCOPEThe Instructional Aide will report to the Educational Services Site Administrator of the assigned Commission program and will assume all responsibilities as assigned pertaining to aide's duties and will provide students with a positive atmosphere and environment in which to learn.



The aide will assist the teacher in taking care of the physical and emotional needs of the student.Performance ResponsibilitiesTo assist in providing a school atmosphere that promotes positive psychosocial development and provides constructive learning experiences.To establish oneself as a positive influence in the school's climate and culture.To demonstrate ability to work in collaboration with students, faculty, parents, coworkers and administration.Demonstrated experience in maintaining a qualified perspective at all times, with the ability to not internalize or personalize (e.G. emotionally) in regard to certain student behaviors or mannerisms that occur.To maintain ongoing communication with classroom teacher(s) and administration.Data Collection as determined by student IEP's.To assist the classroom teacher(s) and administration with non-teaching duties including but not limited to; assisting students withvarious projects, crafts, and curriculum tasks, assisting students in bus transportation, management and supervision of students, clerical work and maintaining an environment which is conducive to learning.To attend trainings, meetings and special programs as required.To adhere to all published school policies and regulations, including those which pertain to employees' attendance, work invoices, confidentiality of information, supervision of students and safety.MiscellaneousMiscellaneous:



Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal or Program Administrator.Physical RequirementsStanding:For intermittent periods of time, depending on the students' needs and the activities of the class.Walking:To assist student(s) from class to class, participate with student(s) in all emergency drills, physical education class (example; be able to run with a student, do jumping jacks or other physical activities to model behavior), escort student(s) outside to recess to monitor student behavior and safety and move swiftly in order to ensure student safety.Bending:To assist student(s) with mobility, wheelchair access, lifting and physical direction or restraint of a student, (example; be able to lift astudent off of the floor).Lifting with hands and arms:To assist with the positioning or lifting of student(s).Pushing with whole body:To be able to push a student in a wheelchair or move adaptive equipment to appropriate place in the classroom.SeeingTo perform functions in close proximity such as assisting students with academic work, to observe happenings in the classroom, hallways, gymnasium, in transport to the cafeteria, playground or bus to ensure student(s) safety from any potential hazard to which they may not be able to independently react.ClassificationThe Instructional Aide position is classified as Medium Work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Terms of EmploymentTen-month annual contract, non-tenurable and/or extended school year.BenefitsNo BenefitsHourly Rate$28ApplicationTo apply for this position with the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey please visit the Human Resources Tab at www.Escnj.Us and click the employment opportunities link.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Extended School Year - Instructional Aide - $28 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Future Foundations Academy
📍 Winnipeg