Teacher Assistants Full and Part Time 2026-2027 School Year

Teacher Assistants

2026-2027 School Year
Full- and Part-Time Positions | Grades K-12

Preferred Credentials

• Minimum of six (6) semester hours of college coursework in an area related to job responsibilities
• Knowledge of the developmental characteristics of early adolescents/adolescents
• Ability to work effectively with students in need of remediation and encouragement
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Please refer to the Job Description below for additional information regarding Teaching Assistant certification.

Salary

Placement on the WITA Paraprofessional Salary Schedule
$18.00 - $18.75 per hour

Start Date

As soon as practical

Teaching Assistant Job Description (per NYSUT)

Definition

Teaching Assistants provide instructional support to students under the general supervision of a certified teacher.

Certification

Candidates must hold or be eligible for one of the following:

• Level I
• Level II
• Level III
• Temporary Teaching Assistant Certificate

For certification requirements and application details, visit:
http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/certificate/ta.html

Duties

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Working with individual students or small groups on instructional activities
• Assisting teachers by providing insight into student progress and needs
• Supporting students in the use of instructional resources
• Assisting in the development of instructional materials
• Utilizing specialized skills in areas such as languages, arts, crafts, and music
• Supporting classroom instruction as directed by the teacher
• Assisting students with specific health-related needs, as appropriate

Local collective bargaining agreements may further define the specific duties and conditions of employment for Teaching Assistants, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

West Irondequoit Central School District complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, or status as a victim of domestic violence.

Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policy may be directed to:

Title IX Coordinator
West Irondequoit Central School District
321 List Avenue
Rochester, NY 14617