ASL‑Driven Teaching Assistant for DHH Classrooms

Capital Region BOCES; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Region BOCES is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support Special Education programs across multiple district locations. You will help organize instructional materials, reinforce skills, and implement daily classroom routines under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Requirements include NYS Teaching Assistant certificate or eligibility, experience with students who are disabled, and American Sign Language skills. Fingerprint background check is required.

Qualifications

• American Sign Language skills required.
• NYS Teaching Assistant certificate or must apply for certification at hire.
• Experience with students who are disabled and in need of behavior management.

Responsibilities

• To carry out the organization of instructional materials and learning centers as planned and directed by the classroom teacher.
• To monitor and reinforce skills and concepts previously taught by the teacher in individual or small group learning situations within the educational environment and under the supervision and control of the classroom teacher.
• American Sign Language skills required.

Skills

American Sign Language

Education

NYS Teaching Assistant certificate

Job description

Capital Region BOCES is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support Special Education programs across multiple district locations. You will help organize instructional materials, reinforce skills, and implement daily classroom routines under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Requirements include NYS Teaching Assistant certificate or eligibility, experience with students who are disabled, and American Sign Language skills. Fingerprint background check is required.