Elementary Teaching Assistant

1-3 hour position

Minimum Job Requirements: 

Candidates must hold NYS Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III Certification

The selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001 Teacher Certification.

Start Date: September 2, 2026

Job Description:

We have a 3-hour opening at Pine Bush Elementary School.

Responsibilities include supporting students with disabilities in general education and special classroom environments.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Organization of instructional materials and provide educational support for students under the direction of the classroom teacher.  
• The ability to monitor and reinforce skills and concepts previously taught by the teacher in individual or small group learning situations within the educational environment and under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• The ability to interact appropriately with students, teachers and supervisors.
• A child-centered philosophy and a willingness to work with students. 
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff.
• Good judgment, problem-solving skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Regular attendance, acceptance of responsibility, willingness to follow established procedures, cooperation and the ability to react appropriately to changing work conditions are normal expectations of the job. 
• Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Teaching Assistants- Secondary Special Education

Minimum Job Requirements: 

Candidates must hold NYS Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III Certification, or NYS Teacher Certification Preferred. If you do not presently hold your TA certification, opportunities are still available. 

Guilderland Central School District is Seeking Teaching Assistants and Aides: 

What you should know about being a part of the Guilderland CSD:

• We are here to support students! We are dedicated to empowering all students to succeed in the 21st Century.

• We’re all about teamwork! We value the voices of our employees, collaboration, and collegial support. 

• We care about our community! It is important to us to represent and contribute to the community we serve.

• We work hard! We believe in lifelong learning and are motivated to continuously improve.

• We are willing to train the right candidate! We want you to build your career with us!

How You Will Spend Your Days as a Teaching Assistant:

• Supporting students with disabilities in general and special classrooms.

• Helping to prepare and organize instructional materials with our teachers. 

• Building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Are you a good fit? The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A child-centered philosophy and a willingness to work with students. 

• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff.

• Good judgment, problem-solving skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Regular attendance, acceptance of responsibility, willingness to follow established procedures, cooperation and the ability to react appropriately to changing work conditions.  

• Candidates must hold NYS Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III Certification, or NYS Teacher Certification Preferred. If you do not presently hold your TA certification, opportunities are still available. 

When you work with us, we offer:

• Competitive starting salary. 

• Premium health insurance options, including dental and prescription coverage. 

• A fantastic schedule with paid sick and personal time. 

• Ongoing professional development, and with pre-approval, college tuition reimbursement

• Retirement benefits.

• Opportunities for growth. If you do not presently hold your TA certification, opportunities are still available. You may serve as an aide/monitor as we assist you through the certification process. 

• Employment that truly makes a difference in the lives of young people.

Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Teaching Assistants — Special Education

Minimum Job Requirements: 

Candidates must hold NYS Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III Certification, or NYS Teacher Certification Preferred. If you do not presently hold your TA certification, opportunities are still available. 

Guilderland Central School District is Seeking Teaching Assistants and Aides for Farnsworth Middle School: 

What you should know about being a part of the Guilderland CSD:

• We are here to support students! We are dedicated to empowering all students to succeed in the 21st Century.

• We’re all about teamwork! We value the voices of our employees, collaboration, and collegial support. 

• We care about our community! It is important to us to represent and contribute to the community we serve.

• We work hard! We believe in lifelong learning and are motivated to continuously improve.

• We are willing to train the right candidate! We want you to build your career with us!

How You Will Spend Your Days as a Teaching Assistant:

• Supporting students with disabilities in general and special classrooms.

• Helping to prepare and organize instructional materials with our teachers. 

• Building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Are you a good fit? The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A child-centered philosophy and a willingness to work with students. 

• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff.

• Good judgment, problem-solving skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Regular attendance, acceptance of responsibility, willingness to follow established procedures, cooperation and the ability to react appropriately to changing work conditions.  

• Candidates must hold NYS Teaching Assistant Level I, II or III Certification, or NYS Teacher Certification Preferred. If you do not presently hold your TA certification, opportunities are still available. 

When you work with us, we offer:

• Competitive starting salary. 

• Premium health insurance options, including dental and prescription coverage. 

• A fantastic schedule with paid sick and personal time. 

• Ongoing professional development, and with pre-approval, college tuition reimbursement

• Retirement benefits.

• Opportunities for growth. If you do not presently hold your TA certification, opportunities are still available. You may serve as an aide/monitor as we assist you through the certification process. 

• Employment that truly makes a difference in the lives of young people.

Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.