Mount Laurel: Bancroft School, Walk-In Interview Day: Wed. Nov. 11th, 2026

Bancroft•Mount Laurel Township, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring paraprofessionals and direct support professionals for its school, supporting children and young adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges. Team members help students develop communication, academic, social, and independent-living skills, while building confidence and supporting community inclusion. The role involves providing compassionate structure and encouragement, and collaborating with educators, therapists, and other specialists to promote student success. Available shifts include first, second, and third shifts. The posting also describes requirements for Teacher Assistant and Special Education Teacher roles. Applicants for those roles need the specific education, experience, and credentials listed in the Qualifications section. All compassionate team members must be at least 18 years old and have a current, non-provisional, non-probationary driver’s license in good standing. Bancroft describes its work as mission-driven and highlights opportunities for personal growth, clinical learning, and building lasting relationships with coworkers and the people served. The work may involve unpredictable daily situations, redirecting aggressive behavior, and physical, mental, and emotional challenges. The employer reports having 3,000 employees across more than 200 facilities and homes in New Jersey and Delaware.

Requirements

For paraprofessionals: high school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of direct support experience; educational or classroom-based experience is preferred.
At least 18 years of age.
Current, non-provisional, non-probationary driver’s license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Direct support experience in an educational or classroom-based setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support children and young adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges.
Help students build communication, academic, social, independence, and confidence-building skills.
Provide encouragement, structure, and compassionate support to help students feel safe, valued, and successful.
Work alongside educators, therapists, and specialists to support student success.
Help students develop skills for lifelong independence and community inclusion.

Benefits

Tuition assistance up to $5,250 each year.
Tuition loan repayment assistance.
Discounted tuition at local colleges and universities.
Retirement savings programs.
Generous paid time off.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Learning opportunities, including participation in clinical research and work with ABA leaders.
Opportunities to earn supervision hours toward BCBA or BCaBA requirements.
Competitive salaries.