High School Teacher's Assistant

Responsibilities

• Aid in day-to-day instruction in a special education co-teaching model for grades 9 to 12.
• Support and integrate students' clinical treatment and educational goals within a therapeutic, structured environment.
• Engage and instruct students using specific modifications per their Individualized Education Programs.
• Deliver individualized or small group tutoring, remediation, enrichment, and academic coaching.
• Assist with curriculum planning, projects, parent-teacher conferences, and student recognition events.
• Help administer, assess, and retest mandated Title 1 Wide Range Achievement Tests.
• Review, update, and maintain accurate academic files for up to 20 students.
• Monitor, document, and communicate student progress, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Provide student information as requested in strict accordance with confidentiality codes and agency guidelines.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma required with a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred.
• NY State Teaching Assistant Certification Level I required with Level II or III certification preferred.
• Minimum of one to two years of experience working with high school students, preferably in a school setting.
• Prior experience working with youth experiencing substance use challenges, behavioral difficulties, or mental health needs preferred.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and a strong commitment to supporting students in a therapeutic and structured environment.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying abilities, diverse learning styles, and unique social emotional needs.
• Proven ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students who require individualized academic and emotional supports.
• Capacity to remain calm, flexible, and supportive under pressure while maintaining a safe and encouraging classroom culture.

Additional Information

This is a full-time non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $20.88-$22.00 per hour (annualized to $38,000-$40,040 at 35 hours per week) with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, access to a retirement account with an employer to match, and tuition reimbursement. This role is located in Huntington Station, NY and has a schedule of Monday-Friday 8am-4pm. This is a 10-month role with a start date of August 24, 2026 to accommodate organizational onboarding, with the regular school year starting September 3rd.