MDPN0369144-0000
2026-03-23T00:00:00
2026-04-06T00:00:00
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting in the implementing of instructional methods and supporting each student in classroom activities that further develop the instructional program as outlined by the classroom's Special Education Teacher or Common Area Subject Teacher. The Teacher Assistant is also responsible for supervision and behavioral management of students both in classroom activities, transitioning around the school complex, at breakfast and lunch, at arrival and dismissal time. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise homeroom students at breakfast and lunch each day Assist in a direct way the classroom teacher in his/her preparation, implementation, evaluation and recording daily lesson plans as directed by the teacher Insure that students are always accompanied by an adult and are directly supervised as they move about the school building and school campus Insure that the classroom is left in clean and orderly condition at the end of the school day Assess students for signs of emotional difficulties, abuse, or neglect and report these to the teacher, class social worker or school administrator Actively support the teacher in addressing student behavioral needs Share particular talents and skills to enhance the student's school program Participate in the school's professional development program Assist students in the class with medication during the school day in accordance with school policies and procedures Assist individual students while in the classroom by moving around the room and being alert to individual student learning styles Assist and supervise students during arrival and dismissal processes Assist in classroom coverage when directed by the school administration Assist the classroom teacher with clerical tasks such as student homework collection and correction, report card assistance, parent contact, incident reporting. Attend and be actively involved in student progress meetings as requested and in support of the classroom teacher's efforts Develop a supporting relationship with your students and with their parents and guardians And all other job related duties as assigned by the Martin de Porres School administration QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: NYS Teacher Assistant Certification, Level 1, 2, 3, In-Service Training at Martin de Pores School High School Diploma EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 1 year experience working in a school or similar setting with activities involving children and/or adolescents. Minimum of 1 year experience in a foster care agency, hospital setting or a related human services agency SKILLS & ABILITIES: Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with classroom teacher Demonstrated ability to appropriately supervise students in a classroom setting and while transitioning around the school building Demonstrated ability to implement the instructional program as presented by the classroom teacher Willingness to be involved in a program of professional development Demonstrated ability to be an active and involved partner in the classroom process Demonstrated ability to work with students in your classroom especially when some students may be behaviorally challenging Demonstrated ability to assist parents and guardians in understanding the academic needs of their children and developing ways for them to influence home activities that will enhance academic growth ==================================================================== This position description contains the major responsibilities required to perform this job. These responsibilities may change at any time to meet the needs of our students, their family, or the agency.
Teaching Assistant
Martin De Porres Schools
New York City
Annual wage
Fixed