Teacher Assistant - Culinary Arts Program

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES in Watertown NY is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support the CTE program, particularly in culinary education. You will assist the CTE instructor with delivering lessons, supervising students, and helping them practice new skills.

Responsibilities include monitoring classrooms, keeping accurate records, and guiding students as they apply what they learn.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Fingerprinting is required.
• ATAS test is required.
• NYS Teacher Assistant certification is required.
• Dignity for All Students Act Training is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist CTE instructor in delivering the CTE program.
• Monitor students in the classroom and assist with record-keeping.
• Guide students as they practice newly acquired knowledge and skills.

Skills

Culinary experience

Computer literacy

Record-keeping

Student guidance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYS Teacher Assistant certification

ATAS (Assessment of Teacher Assistant Skills Test)

Job description

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Commensurate with experience and in keeping with the negotiated BOCES Support Staff Association agreement. Health insurance, which includes vision & prescription coverage, NYS Retirement membership, tax deferred annuities, employee assistance program, and generous sick and personal day policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Assist CTE instructor in the delivery of all aspects of the CTE program.
Duties include assisting classroom teacher in monitoring students, record-keeping, and guiding students as they practice newly acquired knowledge and skills.

Experience in the field of culinary and familiarity with computers preferred. NYS certification as a Teacher Assistant. Level 1: Valid for three years.

Basic requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Child Abuse Workshop
• School Violence Workshop
• Dignity for All Students Act Training
• Fingerprinting
• Assessment of Teacher Assistant Skills Test (ATAS)
• Experience working in culinary and/or with high school students preferred.