Teaching Assistant - Full Time (opens in new window/tab)

Nassau BOCES; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Nassau BOCES is seeking probationary Teaching Assistants to support classroom teachers in special education settings. Candidates will collaborate with teachers to enhance student learning, assist in classroom management, and facilitate data collection for educational progress. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to work with a diverse student population. Applicants must hold relevant New York State certifications and have experience with special education students.

Qualifications

• Experience working with special education students is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing is essential.
• Preferred experience in providing small group instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assisting classroom teachers in pedagogical and classroom management tasks.
• Working with individual students or groups on special instructional projects.
• Collecting student data and monitoring Individualized Education Program goals.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Special Education

Education

New York State Education Department Certification – Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III

New York State Department of Education Teacher Certification (Special Education)

Tools

Google Classroom

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Position Type:
  Teacher/PPS/ Teaching Assistant
  
  
• Date Posted:
  6/1/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Multiple Locations - Special Education
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/01/2025
  
  
• Closing Date:
  06/30/2025
  
  

Position Type:
Teacher/PPS/ Teaching Assistant

Date Posted:
6/1/2025

Location:
Multiple Locations - Special Education

Date Available:
08/01/2025

Closing Date:
06/30/2025

DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Special Education at Nassau BOCES is currently seeking probationary Teaching Assistants to assist classroom teachers in pedagogical and classroom management tasks. This position is probationary and eligible for tenure.

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 EducationProgram 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.
• Demonstrateability 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 advises students, parents, employees and the general public that it 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 or victim of domestic violence status. The Nassau BOCES shall provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES shall 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. Information and grievance procedures are available by contacting the following individuals at 71 Clinton Road, Garden City, NY 11530: Thomas McGrath, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources & Regional Schools and Instructional Programs at 516-396-2358,[e-mail] , and/or Selma Stoddard, Esq., Attorney (Employee Relations), Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2360,[e-mail] . For further information, please see Policies0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination ;0110 Sexual Harassment and0115 Dignity for All Students Act . The entire policy manual is available on the Nassau BOCES website:www.nassauboces.org. Inquiries concerning the application of regulations prohibiting discrimination may be referred to the above-mentioned individuals or to the following: Office for Civil Rights at NY Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Departmentof Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005-2500 or call 646-428-3900, or fax [phone], or TDD 800-877-8339 or [e-mail] or file form athttp://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html . The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) may be reached at 33 Whitehall Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10004 or call 1-800-669-4000, or 1-800-669-6820 (TTY), or fax [phone] or [e-mail] . The New York State Division of Human Rights (NYSDHR) may be reached at One Fordham Plaza, 4th Floor, Bronx, NY 10458 or call 1-888-392-3644 or 718-741-8300 (TDD/TTY) or [e-mail] , complaint forms may be sent directly [e-mail] or faxed to 718-741-8322.

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