Teaching Assistant, Promise

Harlem Children's Zone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to support students in a dynamic school environment. This role involves assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and maintaining high academic expectations for all students. The organization is committed to providing a well-rounded education, including arts and physical activities, to ensure students thrive. With a focus on professional development and a collaborative team atmosphere, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and contribute to their journey towards college and beyond.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Low Student-Teacher Ratio

Professional Development Opportunities

Additional Compensation for Saturday Work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred for teaching assistant role.
• Valid NY State certification as a teaching assistant or in process.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in lesson delivery and maintain high academic standards.
• Conduct classroom activities during teacher absence and manage student behavior.
• Participate in program planning and communicate observations about students.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Collaboration with Staff and Parents

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Early Childhood Education Background

New York State Certification

Tools

Smartboards

Tablets

Personal Laptop

Job description

HCZ requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Accordingly, successful candidates must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit proof of vaccination prior to commencement of employment.

We are seeking Elementary or Middle School Teaching Assistants for Math or ELA. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the mission and core values of HCZ Promise Academy, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem, and a desire for working in a school setting that fosters a love for children.

When students enter HCZ Promise Academy Charter Schools, we make a promise to help each and every one get to and through college. Everything we give our students—from world-class instruction and exceptional extracurricular activities to social emotional support and healthy meals—is aimed at fulfilling that promise. Our schools have a longer school day and year, helping us keep our kids safe and engaged, ensure their success in core subject areas, and give them an immersive, well-balanced education that includes exposure to the arts, daily physical activity, and field trips to museums, performances, sporting events and, of course, college campuses.

To support our teachers, we provide them with bi-weekly professional development, access to top-of-the-line technology, including a personal laptop, and Smartboards and tablets in the classroom. Additionally, our teachers are surrounded by colleagues and professionals—ranging from academic and instructional coaches and deans of students, to guidance counselors and social workers—all committed to ensuring the success for every child. As a teacher at Promise Academy, you will take your place in a team that seamlessly surrounds children in a safe, enriching environment, making sure they reach their full potential.

Teaching Assistant Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in delivery of lesson
• Help ensure that students master grade-level standards
• Maintain and communicate high academic and personal expectations for all students
• Conduct classroom activities when the Teacher is absent and substitutes in other classrooms
• Follow the school’s policies and procedures for student conduct and discipline, and refuse to tolerate classroom disruptions
• Coordinate the arrival and dismissal of students
• Participate in activities outside of the classroom
• Participate in program planning and communicates observations to others
• Handle behavioral and other emergencies as per policy and procedures and/or behavioral performance
• Communicate observations and/or concerns regarding students’ physical and psychological status
• Complete data collection in an appropriate and timely manner
• Participate in staff meetings and supervisory conferences as scheduled
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Opportunity to work Saturdays during test prep season – additional compensation provided

Teaching Assistant Qualification, Skill and Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Early childhood education and/or educational background
• Valid New York State certification as a teaching assistant or in the process of obtaining certification
• Ability to have good working relationship with supervisors, staff, parents, and outside personnel
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks

The salary range for this position is $40,000-$45,000 per year. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a low student-teacher ratio. To be considered, interested applicants must apply online or submit a cover letter and resume to [e-mail]. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

About the Company

The Harlem Children's Zone is a nonprofit organization for poverty-stricken children and families living in Harlem, providing free support in the form of parenting workshops, a preschool program, three charter schools, and child-oriented health program...