What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant position at Wappingers Central School District?
- Assists teachers by working with individual pupils or groups of pupils on special instructional projects.
- Assists in preparing lesson plans, individualized education programs (IEPs) and student grades.
- Prepares planned instructional materials, attendance reports and class reports.
- Supervises student involved in non-classroom activities under the general supervision of a teacher.
- Implements/follows teachers instructions of classroom procedures; reinforcement, philosophy and consistency.
- Makes appropriate referrals when difficulties arise and teacher is not readily available.
- Assists with clerical duties related to instruction.
- Demonstrates an understanding of students' problems, keeps a firm hand, yet is courteous.
- Attends Open House and grade level meetings.
Job Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Current NYSED Teaching Assistant Certification preferred but required to obtain within 30 days of hire. Candidate must have a passing score on the New York State Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills (ATAS).
Application Deadline:06/30/2025
