Teaching Assistants (Anticipated Opening)

Lincoln School; City of Mount Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln School in Mount Vernon, New York, seeks Teaching Assistants for anticipated openings. This role supports licensed teachers, helps prepare lessons, and assists students with learning needs. Certification and a positive, patient attitude are emphasized.

Responsibilities include assisting with lesson plans, classroom setup, attendance, and communication with parents. Requires citizenship or work authorization and a college or associate’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Familiarity with school administrative tasks and learning methods.
• Great communication and organizational skills.
• Cool-tempered and positive attitude.
• Firm but kind personality.

Responsibilities

• Help teachers prepare lesson plans.
• Follow all guidelines and accommodations on students' IEPs.
• Set up necessary materials for classes.
• Track student attendance and class schedules.
• Review material taught in class with students with learning challenges.
• Work with smaller groups for remedial teaching.
• Escort and supervise students on field trips and activities.
• Ensure classrooms are safe and tidy before classes start.
• Assist teachers with grading and communicating progress to parents.
• Support student social learning and report behavioral issues.

Skills

Teaching Assistant

Communication

Organization

Patience

Education

College or Associate’s degree

Job description

Teaching Assistants (Anticipated Opening)

Teaching Assistants (Anticipated Opening)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942186
Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Definitions:

Teaching Assistants provide instructional services to students under the general supervision of a licensed or certified teacher.

Certification:

Certification required, Pre-Professional or Continuing Teacher Assistant Certificates.

• Working with individual pupils or groups of pupils on special instructional projects.
• Providing the teacher with information about pupils which will assist the teacher in the development of appropriate learning behavioral experiences.
• Assisting pupils in the use of available instruction resources and assisting in the development of instructional materials.
• Utilizing their skills and abilities by assisting in instructional programs in such areas as: foreign language, arts, crafts, music, and similar projects.
• Assisting in related instructional work as required.
• Assisting students with specific health-related activities, as appropriate.
• Local bargaining agreements may address the specific duties of Teaching Assistants. Such agreements may specify in greater detail the terms and conditions of employment, but the must be consistent with applicable law and regulation.

Responsibilities:

• Help teachers prepare lesson plans
• Follow all guidelines and accomodations on students' IEPs.
• Set up necessary material for classes
• Track student attendance and class schedules
• Review material taught in class with individual students with learning challenges
• Work with smaller groups of students for remedial teaching or reinforcing the learning process
• Escort and supervise students in field trips and school activities
• Make sure classrooms are safe and tidy before classes start
• Assist teachers with various tasks, like grading assignments and informing parents of their children’s progress
• Help students adjust, learn and socialize and report to teachers about possible behavioral issues

Requirements and Skills:

• Experience as a Teacher Assistant
• Familiarity with school administrative tasks and learning methods
• Great communication and organizational skills
• Cool-tempered and positive attitude
• Firm but kind personality
• A love for teaching and the ability to build a trusting relationship with students, teachers and parents
• College or associate’s degree is preferred

Reports to: Building Principal, Responsible to the Special Education Supervisor, and the Director of Special Education.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristin Cipriano , Principal
• Lincoln School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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