1.0 Probationary Teaching Assistant

Transit Middle School; East Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamsville Central School District is seeking a Probationary Teaching Assistant for Transit Middle School in East Amherst, NY. The position requires a New York State Certification in Elementary Education 1-6 or B-6 and involves delivering targeted instruction and MTSS coordination to support student progress.

Reports to Building Principal. Salary range: $36,345 – $41,350 per year under WTA Contract. Open to applicants meeting required citizenship/residency or work visa criteria.

Qualifications

• Must hold NY State Certification in Elementary Education 1-6 or B-6.
• Ability to assess student ability levels and enrich curriculum across subjects.
• Commitment to helping students achieve at the highest level on state/local assessments.
• Ability to collaborate with grade-level teams and school staff.
• Positive attitude with students and adults and willingness to provide extra help.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted, supplemental instruction and support to students in ELA and/or mathematics.
• Deliver push-in or pull-out instruction for individuals or small groups using approved intervention programs.
• Collect and analyze formative assessment data, track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Meet regularly with classroom teachers, attend MTSS meetings and coordinate instructional goals.
• Update parents on student progress and participate in required district reporting.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Building Administration.

Skills

Certification eligibility

Education

New York State Certification 1-6/B-6

Job description

Starting Date: Oct 13, 2026

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

• New York State Certification in Elementary Education 1-6 or B-6 required

Essential Core Characteristics:

• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her ability to accurately assess student ability levels.
• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her ability to enrich the curriculum in all subject areas.
• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her ability to ensure that students will achieve at the highest level on State and local assessments.
• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her ability to work cooperatively with a grade level team and the entire staff.
• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her positive attitude with students and adults.
• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her ability to make meaningful connections with middle school-aged children.
• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her willingness to provide extra help.
• Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate his/her willingness to participate in the school community outside the classroom.

Duties:

• Provide targeted, supplemental instruction and support to students in ELA and/or mathematics
• Deliver push-in or pull-out instruction for individuals or small groups using approved intervention programs
• Collect and analyze formative assessment data, track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Meet regularly with classroom teachers, attend planning/MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) meetings and coordinate instructional goals.
• Update parents on student progress and participate in required district reporting.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Building Administration.

Reports to: Building Principal

Salary: $36,345 - $41,350 Per WTA Contract

Salary: $36,345 to $41,350 Per Year

Position Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 5946785

Posted: Yesterday

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Application Deadline: October 8, 2026

The Williamsville Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Probationary Teaching Assistant

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Job Details

Job Requirements:

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Goss , Human Resources
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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