Substitute Teaching Assistant

Nassau BOCES; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Job summary

Nassau BOCES is seeking Substitute Teaching Assistants to support classroom teachers in special education environments in New York.

Responsibilities include working with individual students or small groups on instructional projects, collecting progress data on IEP goals, and assisting in developing instructional materials, under teacher supervision.

Qualifications

• Certification as NYS Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III or NYSED Special Education Teacher Certification.
• Experience working with students with diverse special education needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with pedagogical and classroom management tasks.
• Work with individual students or small groups on instructional projects.
• Provide information about students to aid in planning learning experiences.
• Collect student data and monitor progress toward IEP goals.
• Assist in developing instructional materials and using instructional resources.
• In the absence of the classroom teacher, assume instructional duties.

Skills

Communication

Small group instruction

Adaptability

Instructional technology

General classroom support

Education

New York State TA Certification I/II/III or Special Education Teaching Certification

Tools

Google Classroom

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Department of Special Education at Nassau BOCES is currently seeking Substitute Teaching Assistants to assist classroom teachers in pedagogical and classroom management tasks.

Description

The Department of Special Education at Nassau BOCES is currently seeking Substitute Teaching Assistants to assist classroom teachers in pedagogical and classroom management tasks.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Working with individual students or groups of students on special instructional projects under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Providing the classroom teacher with information about students that will assist in the development of appropriate learning experiences.
• Collection of student data and progress monitoring of Individualized Education Program goals where appropriate.
• Assisting students in the use of available instructional resources and assisting in the development of instructional materials.
• Assisting the classroom teacher with related instructional work as required.
• In the absence of the classroom teacher, assume all instructional duties.

Requirements

• New York State Education Department Certification Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III or New York State Department of Education Teacher Certification (Special Education).
• Experience working with special education students with a wide range of needs.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Experience in providing small group instruction in academic areas is preferred.
• Knowledge of Google Classroom and instructional technology.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and Platforms is preferred.

SALARY

As per contract.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, victim of domestic violence status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES does not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision-making. Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Sammy Gergis, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2358, [e-mail] and/or Mark Raimondi - Acting Director, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2347, [e-mail]. For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. A complete version of the Non-Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at www.nassauboces.org.