Teaching Assistant

Wayland-Cohocton Central School District; Perkinsville (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Annual raises

Paid time off

Student breaks aligned with students

Job summary

Wayland-Cohocton Central School District is seeking Teaching Assistants to partner with educators at Wayland-Cohocton High School. This role focuses on supporting instruction, assisting with lessons, and helping create an engaging learning environment.

Ideal candidates show a genuine passion for children, strong communication, teamwork, patience, and adaptability. NY TA certification or pursuit encouraged. Start date ASAP; comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Support learning for high school students.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
• Observe progress and share insights with teaching team.
• Pursue NY TA certification if needed.
• Commitment to a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction by working with individual students and small groups.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and learning activities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom atmosphere.
• Help manage classroom routines and transitions.
• Observe student progress and share insights with the teaching team.
• Provide academic and behavioral support tailored to student needs.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Student support

Education

Teaching Assistant certification in New York State

Job description

Teaching Assistant (2)- High School

If you are interested in learning more about our district, please take a moment to watch this video: https://youtu.be/-3VlSWEkZ7M

Location:Wayland-Cohocton High School

Start Date: ASAP

Make a Difference—One Student at a Time!

Are you passionate about education and eager to support student success? We’re looking forenthusiastic, dependable Teaching Assistants to partner with our educators and help create a positive, engaging learning environment where every student can thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Support classroom instruction by working with individual students and small groups


• Assist teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and learning activities


• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom atmosphere


• Help manage classroom routines and transitions


• Observe student progress and share insights with the teaching team


• Provide academic and behavioral support tailored to student needs

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven school community


• Gain hands-on experience in education


• Opportunities for professional development and growth


• Competitive benefits package, annual raises, paid time off, no holidays or weekends, have the sameHolidays, Winter, Spring and Summer breaks as the students.


• The chance to make a meaningful impact every single day

Thank you for your interest in the Wayland-CohoctonSchool District. The district is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are kept current for one year.

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting learning


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Patience, adaptability, and a positive attitude


• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and staff


• Possession of or willingness to pursuea Teaching Assistant certification in New York State. For information on obtaining a TA certification, see :Teaching Assistant