Teaching Assistant

6 days ago

Schenectady, United States Schenectady City School District Full time

**Teaching Assistant Role**

This position reports to the school principal in a midsize urban school district located in the Capital Region of Upstate New York. The Teacher Assistant will play a critical role in assisting teachers in facilitating quality academic and enrichment activities for all students. The Teacher Assistant will assist the Teacher in creating a learning environment that will enhance the academic rigor for all students. The Teaching Assistant will implement and assist with all instructional duties. This position requires a high degree of flexibility, professionalism and culturally responsive disposition.

**Teaching Assistant Expectations**

Assist the Teacher in implementing the instructional program spending the majority of the time in direct work with students. These duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

- Assist teacher with the organization of instructional materials and learning centers as planned and directed by the teacher;
- Work with individual or small groups of students to reinforce skills and concepts previously taught under the supervision of the teacher;
- Work with students to help achieve IEP goal activities under the supervision of the teacher;
- Assist students with education and therapy goals by helping them stay on track, repeating instructions from teacher, scribing, etc;
- Assist the teacher with the monitoring of student activities in the classroom, halls, and on the playground and during arrival and dismissal periods;
- Assist the teacher during times of crisis;
- Reinforcement of explicitly taught expectations that are reviewed often with students;
- Assist in managing clear and consistent classroom routines;
- To assist the teacher in maintaining conditions affecting the safety and welfare of the students
- Assist with student supervision
- Intake recordkeeping, preparing testing materials, ordering of testing materials;
- All other instructional or non-instructional support needed by immediate supervisor;
- Assist teachers in implementing culturally responsive practices to assists students in improving their literacy skills;
- Collaborates with teachers and leadership to promote a positive and rigorous learning environment.

**Teaching Assistant Key Qualities**
- Reflects on practices and modify as necessary to meet the unique needs of all students;
- Passionate about developing relationships with students;
- Set high expectations for students;
- Demonstrates for students the importance of being life-long learners;
- Ability to motivate in a team-oriented, collaborative environment;
- Designated champion for every child in your classroom;
- Demonstrate perseverance and be proactive in supporting students in and outside of the classroom;
- Establish daily practices that support students in enjoying the experience of learning making human connections;
- Establish daily practices that remind every student they become the best they can possibly be;
- Cares about students' academic and social emotional needs;
- Strives for 100% attendance;
- Dedication to understanding the needs of our students;
- Collaborate with teachers regarding daily and weekly plans and expectations
- Lead a variety of small and large group activities daily;
- Communicate in a proactive and positive manner with Principal and colleagues;
- Supervise and engage students during meals and recess time;
- Build student relationships and a sense of community;
- Flexibility in thinking and acting; pitch in when and where needed, so as to ensure a safe and productive day for all students.

**Job Qualifications**
- Must hold a valid New York State Teaching Assistant Certification or Teacher Certification
- TCIS Certification is preferred.
- Experience working in schools with children and families to support diverse learners.

**Application Deadline**:06/30/2024

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