Teaching Assistant (3 hour and 6 hour)

Guilderland Central School District; Guilderland Center (NY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Guilderland Central School District is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support instruction and daily routines in an elementary classroom or self-contained setting. The TA will work under a certified teacher to implement IEPs, support learning, behavior, and personal care needs, and create a safe learning environment for all students.

Both full-time and part-time positions are available. Candidates should have TA certification and experience with children, preferably in educational or

Qualifications

• TA Certification and experience with children in educational or special needs settings.
• Strong patience, empathy and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assist with mobility or self-care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teacher in planning and delivering instructional activities tailored to students' needs.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to reinforce learning and monitor progress.
• Assist with IEPs, BIPs, and accommodations as directed.
• Monitor behavior and provide positive behavioral supports.
• Assist with daily living skills as needed.
• Prepare instructional materials and learning centers.
• Supervise students during recess, lunch, and transitions.
• Maintain records related to student progress and behavior.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, therapists, and parents.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.

Skills

TA Certification

Experience with children

Patience and empathy

Interpersonal skills

Mobility assistance

Education

TA Certification

Job description

Teaching Assistant (3 hour and 6 hour)

Minimum Job Requirements:

Minimum Job Requirements: TA Certification Experience working with children,preferably in an educational or special needs setting. Ability to demonstrate patience, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills. Physical ability to support students with mobility or self-care tasks.

Position: Full-time and Part-Time positions available

Guilderland Central School Districtis seeking a full-time dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support instruction and daily routines in an elementary classroom or self-contained elementary classroom. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a certified teacher to assist in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), supporting student learning, behavior, and personal care needs, and creating a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students.

Key Responsibilities:
Support the lead teacher in planning and delivering instructional activities tailored to students' developmental and educational needs.

• Provide one-on-one or small group support to reinforce learning, monitor progress, and ensure engagement.
• Assist in the implementation of IEPs, behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and accommodations or modifications as directed.
• Monitor student behavior and provide positive behavioral supports to maintain a respectful and orderly classroom environment.
• Support students with daily living skills, including toileting, feeding, dressing, and mobility, as needed.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials, classroom displays, and learning centers.
• Assist with the supervision of students during recess, lunch, transitions, and other non-classroom activities.
• Maintain accurate records related to student progress, behavior incidents, and daily notes as directed.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, specialists, therapists, and parents to promote student success.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and training sessions as required.

Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.