School Teaching Assistant: Classroom Support & Learning

Traphagen School

City of Mount Vernon (NY)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Traphagen School in Mount Vernon, NY is seeking Teaching Assistants to provide instructional support under licensed teachers. Certification is required (Pre-Professional or Continuing Teacher Assistant Certificates).

Responsibilities include assisting in lesson preparation, classroom setup, tracking attendance, and supporting students with learning challenges. Ideal candidates have experience as Teacher Assistants, familiarity with school admin tasks, and excellent communication and

Qualifications

Experience as a Teacher Assistant.
Familiarity with school administrative tasks and learning methods.
Great communication and organizational skills.
Cool-tempered and positive attitude.
Firm but kind personality.
Love for teaching and ability to build trusting relationships with students, teachers and parents.

Responsibilities

Help teachers prepare lesson plans.
Set up necessary material for classes.
Track student attendance and class schedules.
Review material taught in class with individual students with learning challenges.
Work with smaller groups of students for remedial teaching or reinforcing the learning process.
Escort and supervise students in field trips and school activities.
Make sure classrooms are safe and tidy before classes start.
Assist teachers with grading assignments and informing parents of their children’s progress.
Help students adjust, learn and socialize and report to teachers about possible behavioral issues.