Growth-Minded Teaching Assistant

Pharos Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary starting at $50,000

401k plan with employer matching of 5%

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parking for commuters living outside.

Job summary

Pharos Academy Charter School in New York is seeking an educator who loves to teach, train, and push students academically and behaviorally. The role emphasizes learning from mistakes, dignity for all students, and building non-academic skills like hard work, collaboration, kindness, and constructive feedback.

You will support daily and long-term planning, use data to raise achievement, and contribute to a positive classroom culture as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education or related field required; bachelor’s preferred.
• NYS Teaching Assistant certification within 3 months of employment.
• Experience with school-aged children in academic or youth development settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily and long-term planning and preparation to maximize class outcomes.
• Use data to improve short and long-term student achievement.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive classroom culture and behavior support.

Skills

Classroom management

Youth development

Team player

Data-driven instruction

Education

Associate degree in early childhood education

Bachelor's degree preferred

NYS Teaching Assistant certification

Job description

Pharos Academy Charter School in New York is seeking an educator who loves to teach, train, and push students academically and behaviorally. The role emphasizes learning from mistakes, dignity for all students, and building non-academic skills like hard work, collaboration, kindness, and constructive feedback.

You will support daily and long-term planning, use data to raise achievement, and contribute to a positive classroom culture as part of a collaborative team.