Trenton Public Schools jobs - 72 jobs

Student Support Services/Early Childhood TRENTON BOARD OF EDUCATION ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER Position Type: Full-Time (10-Month Employee) Salary Range: $70,075 ï ½ $114,875 annually Benefits: Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental, and enrollment in the applicable NJ State Pension Program Union Affiliation: Trenton Education Association (TEA) QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Valid New Jersey Teacher Certification or eligibility for appropriate certification. All Applicants must upload proof of the certification for the position they are applying for at the time of application. REPORTS TO: Building Principal PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops and implements written instructional plans that meet the diverse needs, abilities, and interests of all students. Creates and maintains a classroom environment that supports learning and is developmentally appropriate. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives aligned with those goals. Demonstrates a commitment to the district's philosophy of education and its instructional goals and objectives through instructional practices and professional conduct. Establishes and maintains positive, cooperative relationships with colleagues, students, and families. Performs other duties and assumes additional responsibilities as assigned by the building principal. Performs other duties and assumes additional responsibilities as assigned by the building principal. The Trenton Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Attachment(s): Job Description - Preschool Intervention and Referral Specialist.pdf

Administration/Principal Date Available: 07/01/2026 :Lincoln School Principal - Tenure Track Possesses a deep understanding of Special Education law and IDEA compliance. Expertise in the development and oversight of IEPs, specifically regarding Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) and complex clinical accommodations. Proven record of successful educational leadership, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in high-acuity environments. Demonstrated success in fostering a therapeutic school climate that promotes safety, equity, and a positive culture for students and staff. Thorough knowledge of trauma-informed care, restorative practices, and evidence-based interventions for alternative school settings. Collaborative leadership style focused on building strong, interpersonal relationships with multidisciplinary clinical and teaching teams. Commitment to student-centered growth through rigorous differentiation, personalization, and social-emotional learning in a K-12 setting. Strategic use of student assessment and behavioral data to drive curriculum improvements and measurable student achievement. Effective communication with all stakeholders, including families and district partners, while prioritizing the continuous professional learning of staff. Proficiency in leveraging educational technology and designing creative school schedules that accommodate therapeutic and related services. Prior administrative experience in a special education setting preferred NJ Principal Certification

SHIPPER/RECEIVER - WAREHOUSE - PT QUALIFICATIONS: * High School education required or equivalent training and experience. * Possess a valid driver's license. * Possess or be willing to possess the proper training to operate forklift equipment. * Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. REPORTS TO: Purchasing Supervisor JOB GOAL: To safeguard the district's investment in materials through efficient and effective warehousing practices. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Be able to take direction and work independently, as well as a team in carrying out the warehousing program for equipment and supplies. * Be able to help with the inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies. * Be able to receive shipments and confirm orders. * Be able to drive a truck and/or van to deliver the provision of equipment and supplies to new and existing facilities of the district. * Perform such tasks as may from time to time be assigned by the Board Secretary/School Business Administrator or Purchasing Supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time. There is bending at the waist, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, kneeling and operating equipment to move shipments on and off delivery vehicles. * The employee must regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. COMPENSATION: $18.00 an hour TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 Months EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

CUSTODIAN - PM QUALIFICATIONS: * Successful completion of criminal history background check. * Proof of US citizenship. * Specific knowledge of housekeeping and custodial equipment, materials and methods. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Ability to read, write and speak English. * Must possess a valid driver's license. * Must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position. Any physical disability which would cause the candidate to be a hazard to themselves or to others is considered disqualifying. * Ability to hear conversational voice, with or without hearing aid. * Good vision, with or without glasses. * Able to follow written or oral directions. * Able and willing to respond to emergency and alarm calls after normal working hours. REPORTS TO: Facilities Supervisor Principal Head Custodian JOB GOAL: To provide a safe, secure, clean, attractive place in which students may learn, play and develop. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general supervision of the Facilities Supervisor, PM Custodial Supervisor and/or Head Custodian, performs a variety of custodial duties in support of building operations. Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, tasks required to maintain the cleanliness, good order, sanitary and secure condition of the building. Must be capable of working reliably and of working as part of a team or independently to carry out assigned tasks and work schedules. * Wears clean and appropriate uniform. * Sweeps, mops, waxes, dusts and vacuums. * Washes (cleans windows, walls, lockers, floors, chalkboard, furnishings). * Performs outside services which include, but are not limited to, snow removal, flower beds, general lawn work, outside maintenance, and removal of debris from grounds. * Rearranges/moves furnishings and delivers educational supplies (books, desks, teacher supplies, etc.). ABILITY * To operate common and specialized cleaning equipment and tools. * To perform heavy physical labor, which includes lifting, pulling, pushing, and working off ladders. * To use hand and small power tools to accomplish minor repairs and adjustments. * To be able to work alone and unsupervised in an assigned area of the building to keep it clean and sanitary at all times. This by no means should curtail the individual from assisting in other areas of the building when needed. * To adhere to safety standards and practices, especially when handling and using chemicals. * To maintain cooperative and productive working relationships through the use of courtesy and tact when dealing with others. * To carry out complex and/or multiple tasks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time. There is bending at the waist, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, kneeling, crawling, and climbing ladders. Dexterity needed of hands and fingers to operate power cleaning equipment. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT * While performing the duties of the job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts. * Occasionally, cleaning products will have powerful odors. If not handled properly, the cleaning products can cause skin irritation and/or rashes. * Custodians also regularly have to clean up blood, saliva and other bodily fluids. They need to be familiar with precautions and procedures for cleaning up said fluids. COMPENSATION: As per GTSPA Contract ($32,739 - $49,379 per year. Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.) BENEFITS: Full Time Staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Benefits. Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days are included. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months VACATION: In accordance with the GTSPA contract. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated twice a year in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

2-3 Campus - Security/Hallway Monitor/Student Support Coordinator ');

Machicos Food Services/Food Service Workers Contact Person: Mr. Daniel Malave, Area Supervisor Machio's Food Services ***********************

8-12 Campus - Certified Staff/Grade 8 & 9 Literacy Coach ');

WILL TRAIN - $20.25/HR with benefits QUALIFICATIONS * Must possess commercial Driver's License Class B with P & S Endorsements. * Must exhibit ability to control students in type of environment. * Must possess disposition appropriate for dealing with students. * Successful screening through the district's personnel employment process. * Must be 21 years and have a minimum of three years driving experience. REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor JOB GOAL: To provide safe and efficient transportation so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the district's curriculum and extracurricular programs. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES * Obey all traffic laws. * Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses. * Maintain discipline when students are on the bus. * Report undisciplined students to the proper authority. * Keep assigned bus clean. * Keep to assigned schedule. * Check bus before each operation for mechanical defects. * Notify the proper authority in case of mechanically defects. * Discharge students only at authorized stops. * Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips. * Transport only authorized students. * Report all accidents and complete required reports. * Enforce regulations against smoking and eating on the bus. * Other tasks as may from time to time be assigned by the Transportation Supervisor. * Conduct emergency exit drills. COMPENSATION: As negotiated with the GTSPA TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months VACATION: There is no vacation time allotted to this position. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS: * High School Diploma * Registered Behavior Technician certification (preferred) * Relevant previous experience a plus * Successfully pass criminal background check REPORTS TO: Principal and Director of Special Services PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: While working under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), in collaboration with the classroom teacher, the following duties will be required: * Directly implements behavior analytic services with students. * Teaches the students to acquire language, academic, self-help, and social skills as stated in the Individualized Education Program. * Teaches new skills through intensive teaching strategies.. * Effectively implements prompting procedures and reinforcement systems. * Assists students as needed, to acquire academic and/or appropriate life skills. This may include toilet training, eating, and other self-help skills. * Actively participates in staff training programs designed to increase overall skills. * Observes, records, and reports the condition and behavior of the students, including collecting various types of data across settings. * Reduces unsafe or disruptive behaviors through differential reinforcement, antecedent modifications, and/or extinction procedures, as necessary, under the supervision of the behavior analyst. * Effectively responds to and manages crisis situations, which may include student physical * Maintain confidentiality and professional relationships with the students, families and colleagues. COMPENSATION: To be determined by the Board of Education. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 month year VACATION: There is no vacation time allotted to this position. EVALUATION: Performance of the job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

4-7 Campus - Support Staff/Teacher`s Aide

MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS: Holds or is eligible for a New Jersey Instructional Certificate with appropriate endorsement (i.e.: Elementary K-5 with Math/Language Arts Literacy/Science/Social Studies Specialization in grades 5-8; Teacher of Mathematics/Language Arts Literacy/Science/Social Studies; Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Teacher of the Handicapped). REPORTS TO: Principal JOB GOAL: Instructs assigned pupils in accordance with curriculum adopted by the Board of Education. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Demonstrates competence in subject field(s) assigned and deemed highly qualified per standards established by NJDOE. * Provides activities and experiences to meet the needs, interests and abilities of students. * Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. * Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives. * Assesses the academic and behavioral status of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. * Participates in identifying and meeting pupil needs in cooperation with other professional staff members. * Establishes and maintains, with the support of administrators, standards of pupil behavior appropriate to the activity. * Maintains professional competence through participation in inservice education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities. * Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required. * Prepares for classes assigned and develops general lesson plans related to established curriculum goals. * Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. * Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations. * Makes a reasonable effort to cooperate professionally with other members of the staff. * Assists in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials. * Satisfactorily fulfills duty assignments during the course of the school day as assigned. * Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students. * Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others. * Participates in professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning. * Performs such other tasks as may be from time to time assigned by the Principal or his/her Assistants within the scope of his/her employment and/or certification areas. COMPENSATION: The per diem rate established as budgeted and approved by the Board of Education for Substitute Teachers. $126.50 - Days 1- 30 $165.00 - Days 31-90 $220.00 - Days 91 + Additional compensation of $25 per day after Day 20 of a Long Term Assignment. BENEFITS: Full Time Staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Benefits. PTO Days are included. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 month year VACATION: There is no vacation time allotted to this position. EVALUATION: Performance of job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

TITLE: LATCHKEY ASSISTANT COORDINATOR An individual who is recruited to assist the Latchkey Coordinator in all administrative responsibilities of the district's before and after school program QUALIFICATIONS: * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, parents and the general public. * Experience and training in working with daily child care/summer camp programs and PK-5 school age children. * Knowledge of child growth and development. * Demonstrated leadership qualities and characteristics. * Have experience and abilities to effectively and efficiently handle administrative responsibilities, including planning, budgeting, organizing, implementing programs and evaluating staff. * Possess excellent computational and communication skills. * Be knowledgeable and experienced in both computers/technology operations and applications for administrative functions. REPORTS TO: Latchkey Coordinator JOB GOAL: To demonstrate leadership, supervisory, and administrative skill; to develop and provide on-going improvement for an efficient district child care and summer camp program. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: In the Absence of the Latchkey Coordinator * Plans, organizes, implements, evaluates and supervises the district's before and after school child care program and summer camp program in each of the established school sites. * The degree of assumption to be determined and pre-arranged at the discretion of the Latchkey Coordinator. * Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with district employees, administrators, and parents of participants. * Maintains a positive climate and environment for children. * Establishes an efficient staffing plan to provide the appropriate number of employees and work hours needed at each site. * Provides a new employee orientation program and on-going effective staff development programs for employees. * Reviews performance, evaluates, and provides such assistance as may be needed in improving the work of all staff members. * Schedules facilities, rooms and play areas for classes in each school in cooperation with building principal and district office. * Establishes and maintains the program master calendar. * Takes responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of children and staff. * Establishes a system that provides an accurate record of enrollment and attendance of all children in the program. * Visits, on a regular basis, all program sites during hours when the program is in operation. * Establishes and maintains standards for proper student conduct and enforces appropriate disciplinary measures, as needed. * Conducts regular meetings of the staff as necessary for the proper functioning of the program. * Assures that monies collected are deposited with the Business office in accordance with Board policies. * Maintains monthly ledger book, monitors program accounts, reconciles bank statements, and performs other bookkeeping duties as per established business office procedures. * Oversees the selection, purchase, proper use and replacement of all equipment, supplies, food products and other materials needed for program implementation. * Oversees the preparation and distribution of brochures, parent handbook, employee handbook, and other program literature and supervises the publicizing of the program. * Facilitates in the development and administration of the annual Latchkey Budget. In addition, prepares the annual child care/summer camp program budget. * Observes of all Board policies and regulations regarding child care/summer camp programs. * Understanding and maintaining school age child care licensing requirements for each latchkey site. * Assist with the preparation of oral and written reports to the Superintendent. * Hire and/or supervise afterschool staff. * Meet with the Principal as needed. * Assume responsibility for the building sites in the afterschool hours. COMPENSATION: Based on qualifications and commensurate with salaries prevalent with districts of the same size. COMPENSATION: $43,000 - $46,000 BENEFITS: Full Time Staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Benefits. Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days are included. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 Months VACATION: As per current district vacation policy. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy of Evaluation of Personnel.

8-12 Campus - Certified Staff/JROTC Instructor

Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5 Date Available: Immediate Closing Date: 12/05/2025 Requirements: Appropriate NJ State Certification (Teacher of Elementary) Strong mathematics and differentiated instruction experience preferred Reading/Writing workshop experience preferred Demonstrate an understanding of current best practices in the teaching of elementary Application Procedure: Apply Online

8-12 Campus - Security/Hallway Monitor/Hallway Monitor

4-7 Campus - Certified/PE/Health Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS: * Successful completion of criminal history background check. * Proof of US citizenship. * Specific knowledge of housekeeping and custodial equipment, materials and methods. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Ability to read, write and speak English. * Must possess a valid driver's license. * Must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position. Any physical disability which would cause the candidate to be a hazard to themselves or to others is considered disqualifying. * Ability to hear conversational voice, with or without hearing aid. * Good vision, with or without glasses. * Able to follow written or oral directions. * Able and willing to respond to emergency and alarm calls after normal working hours. REPORTS TO: Facilities Supervisor Principal Head Custodian JOB GOAL: To provide a safe, secure, clean, attractive place in which students may learn, play and develop. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general supervision of the Facilities Supervisor, PM Custodial Supervisor and/or Head Custodian, performs a variety of custodial duties in support of building operations. Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, tasks required to maintain the cleanliness, good order, sanitary and secure condition of the building. Must be capable of working reliably and of working as part of a team or independently to carry out assigned tasks and work schedules. * Wears clean and appropriate uniform. * Sweeps, mops, waxes, dusts and vacuums. * Washes (cleans windows, walls, lockers, floors, chalkboard, furnishings). * Performs outside services which include, but are not limited to, snow removal, flower beds, general lawn work, outside maintenance, and removal of debris from grounds. * Rearranges/moves furnishings and delivers educational supplies (books, desks, teacher supplies, etc.). ABILITY * To operate common and specialized cleaning equipment and tools. * To perform heavy physical labor, which includes lifting, pulling, pushing, and working off ladders. * To use hand and small power tools to accomplish minor repairs and adjustments. * To be able to work alone and unsupervised in an assigned area of the building to keep it clean and sanitary at all times. This by no means should curtail the individual from assisting in other areas of the building when needed. * To adhere to safety standards and practices, especially when handling and using chemicals. * To maintain cooperative and productive working relationships through the use of courtesy and tact when dealing with others. * To carry out complex and/or multiple tasks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time. There is bending at the waist, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, kneeling, crawling, and climbing ladders. Dexterity needed of hands and fingers to operate power cleaning equipment. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT * While performing the duties of the job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts. * Occasionally, cleaning products will have powerful odors. If not handled properly, the cleaning products can cause skin irritation and/or rashes. * Custodians also regularly have to clean up blood, saliva and other bodily fluids. They need to be familiar with precautions and procedures for cleaning up said fluids. COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part Time VACATION: No Vacation EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

2-3 Campus - Security/Hallway Monitor/Student Support Coordinator

8-12 Campus - Certified Staff/Grade 8 & 9 Literacy Coach