Certified Teaching Assistant, FLSS

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

NYS retirement

Paid holidays & leave time

Job summary

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES seeks a 0.90 FTE Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year at Finger Lakes Secondary School, Rushville, NY. The role supports diverse learners, assists the teacher, and upholds a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Candidates must hold NYS Teaching Assistant certification. Benefits include health and dental insurance, NYS retirement, and paid holidays/leave. Equal opportunity employer with ongoing professional trainings.

Qualifications

• Certification required by NYS Education Department for Teaching Assistants.
• Essential elements may require specialized knowledge or training.
• Candidate must hold NYS Teaching Assistant certification to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support students to ensure a safe, orderly environment conducive to teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and assist teacher to meet student learning needs.
• Implement specialized instruction to students and maintain records.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings and communicate with stakeholders regularly.
• Promote equity and culturally responsive practices in the classroom.

Skills

Diversified student populations

Classroom support

Communication with stakeholders

Record keeping

Education

NYS Teaching Assistant certification

Job description

Position: 0.90 FTE Teaching Assistant *2026-2027 School Year*

Location: Finger Lakes Secondary School, Rushville, NY 14544

Benefits

• Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work with a diverse population of students.
• Support students to ensure a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
• Implement specialized instruction to students.
• Collaborate with colleagues and assist teacher to meet student learning needs.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with stakeholders.
• Assist with maintaining record keeping.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Promote equity and culturally responsive practices to create inclusive environments

W-FL BOCES job descriptions are available by visiting www.wflboces.org and searching for “job descriptions.”

Only candidates who hold NYS Teaching Assistant certification will be considered.

Certification is required by the New York State Education Department - "Any person employed, as a teaching assistant, shall hold of one of the following credentials: temporary license, continuing certificate; or a Level I, II, III or Pre-Professional certificate. However, if an individual holds a teaching, pupil personnel, or administrative certificate, he or she need not also obtain a temporary license, continuing certificate, Level I, II, III or Pre-Professional certificate to serve as a teaching assistant, unless required by the employing district."

Essential elements of the position may require specialized knowledge and/or experience in the field and/or trade subject. Depending on the course there may be a requirement of successful completion of specialized training and/or safety certifications.

If you have questions, please contact Debra Luna 315-332-7289 or [e-mail]