Part-Time Early Childhood Teaching Assistant — Inspire

Portledge School; Locust Valley (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Portledge School in Locust Valley, NY, seeks a part-time Early Childhood Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports the classroom teacher and students, participates in team planning, and attends professional learning communities. Ideal candidates demonstrate a passion for teaching, collaboration, and educational growth.

The position emphasizes instructional quality, mentorship, and a commitment to serving young learners with care across a warm, inclusive school community.

Qualifications

• BA degree minimum; elementary education preferred.
• Teaching certification preferred; required for all elementary teaching positions.

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher and students in Early Childhood.
• Deliver high-quality instruction, mentoring and teaching to students.
• Participate in collaborative planning and ongoing professional development and a professional learning community.
• Stay current with educational research and pedagogy related to classroom instruction.
• Report to the Director of Early Childhood.

Skills

Collaborative planning

Professional development

Metacognitive strategies

Effective feedback

Education

BA degree

Teaching certification (preferred/required)

Tools

Google Docs

Google Drive

Google Slides

Job description

Portledge School in Locust Valley, NY, seeks a part-time Early Childhood Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports the classroom teacher and students, participates in team planning, and attends professional learning communities. Ideal candidates demonstrate a passion for teaching, collaboration, and educational growth.

The position emphasizes instructional quality, mentorship, and a commitment to serving young learners with care across a warm, inclusive school community.