Teaching Assistant

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES; Village of Rye Brook (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES in New York is seeking a qualified Teaching Assistant to aid in daily lesson planning, provide instruction to students under teacher guidance, and support special needs children. Ideal candidates will have New York State Teaching Assistant Certification and excellent communication skills.

This role involves assisting with classroom activities, maintaining individual student records, and supporting behavior management in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess New York State Teaching Assistant Certification.
• Understanding and support for special needs students required.
• Excellent communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in lesson planning and classroom activities.
• Provide instruction under the guidance of a certified teacher.
• Support student behavior management and data collection.

Skills

Understanding of Special Needs Students

Excellent speaking skills

Excellent written skills

Excellent listening skills

Education

New York State Teaching Assistant Certification

Job description

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in daily and long-range lesson and classroom activity planning.
• Under the direction of a certified teacher, provides instruction to students.
• Alerts the teacher to special needs of individual children.
• Provides escorts and assistance to children as necessary.
• Help maintain individual records for each child.
• Assists teacher in providing whole group, small group or individual instruction.
• Supports student behavior management.
• Assists in the collection of data.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• New York State Teaching Assistant Certification.
• Understanding of Special Needs Students.
• Excellent speaking, written, and listening skills.