Certified Teaching Assistant, FLSS

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES; Village of Rushville (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and leave

NY retirement

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES in Rushville, NY is hiring a Certified Teaching Assistant, FLSS for the 2026-2027 school year. The 0.90 FTE position supports instructional services under a licensed teacher and may require specialized training.

Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, maintaining records, collaborating with staff, and promoting equity. NYS TA certification is required; benefits include NYS retirement and health/dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Must hold NYS Teaching Assistant certification as required by NYS Education Department.
• Essential elements may require specialized knowledge or training.
• Certification levels allowed include temporary license, continuing certificate, Level I/II/III or Pre-Professional certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed or certified teachers to deliver instructional services.
• Support students to maintain a safe, orderly learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet student learning needs.
• Maintain records and participate in meetings/trainings.
• Communicate with stakeholders regularly and effectively.
• Promote equity and culturally responsive practices in the classroom.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Classroom support

Communication

Education

NYS Teaching Assistant certification

Job description

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin Salary/Pay Scale $25,879.50 - $28,543.90

Application Deadline

9/30/2026

Position Title

Certified Teaching Assistant, FLSS

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.

Required

Teaching Assistants provide instructional services to students under the general supervision of a licensed or certified teacher and complete related work as required. The duties of this position may require specific skills and abilities based on the students’ needs and/or program, including but not limited to:

• 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

Job Qualifications

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.

Application Procedure

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

Job Category

Teaching Assistants, Aides & Tutors

Job Location

Finger Lakes Secondary School