Teaching Assistant: Student Support & Classroom Aide

Nelson Mandela/Dr. Hosea Zollicoffer School; City of Mount Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Vernon City School District's Nelson Mandela/Dr. Hosea Zollicoffer School in Mount Vernon, NY is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students under supervision of licensed staff.

This role involves preparing class materials, tracking attendance, and assisting in small groups to reinforce learning. Responsibilities include helping with lesson delivery, safety and classroom setup, and communicating progress to families.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a school setting.
• Familiarity with school administrative tasks and learning methods.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Calm, positive, and patient demeanor.
• Degree requirements: college or associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help teachers prepare lesson plans and materials.
• Set up necessary materials for classes and track attendance.
• Review class content with students facing learning challenges.
• Work with small groups for remedial or reinforcing teaching.
• Escort and supervise students on field trips and activities.
• Maintain safe and tidy classrooms before classes start.
• Assist with grading and communicating student progress to parents.
• Support student adjustment, learning, and socialization; report behavioral issues.

Skills

Experience as a Teacher Assistant

Familiarity with school administrative

Great communication

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Love for teaching

Education

College or associate’s degree

Certification required

Job description

Mount Vernon City School District's Nelson Mandela/Dr. Hosea Zollicoffer School in Mount Vernon, NY is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students under supervision of licensed staff.

This role involves preparing class materials, tracking attendance, and assisting in small groups to reinforce learning. Responsibilities include helping with lesson delivery, safety and classroom setup, and communicating progress to families.