Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in New York

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Teacher Aide

  • Mechanicville, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mechanicville, NY
  • 10 hours ago

Job Opening Information Teacher Aide Application Deadline 7/1/2025 Position Start Date 9/2/2025 Position Title Teacher Aide Required Application Type School Related Personnel Salary/Pay Scale Per...

Upk Teaching Assistant

  • Penfield, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Penfield, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Openings as of 6/14/2025 UPK TEACHING ASSISTANT JobID: 1571 Position Type: Student Support Services/Teacher Assistant Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: DISTRICTWIDE/VARIOUS Date Available: 2025-26...

Preschool Teacher and Assistant Teacher

  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old For Preschool Teacher: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education (or actively pursuing) For Assistant...

Teacher Aides

  • Scio, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Scio, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Scio Central School is accepting applications for the following Anticipated Vacancies for the 2025-26 School Year: Teacher Aides - (2) ($17.00/hour) Qualifications: NYS Teaching Certification/High...

Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Classroom Support - Yubup Primary School (Mickleham) Schools (Government) Applications close Thursday 26 June 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Part time Salary:...

Special Education - Program Teaching Assistant

  • Mamaroneck, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Job Number: MAMN... Start Date: 2023-09-05T00:00:00 End Date: 2023-08-22T00:00:00 Description: Location: Central School - Pre-K ClassroomSupervisor: Building PrincipalRequirements: Candidates must...

2025-26 Anticipated Teaching Assistant (VE) 04

  • Hilton, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hilton, NY
  • 16 hours ago

1.0 FTE Teaching Assistant at Village Elementary. The successful candidate should have experience working with children, knowledge and skill using technology and be an organized self-starter. They...

2025-26 Anticipated Teaching Assistant (VE) 05

  • Hilton, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hilton, NY
  • 16 hours ago

1.0 FTE Teaching Assistant at Village Elementary. The successful candidate should have experience working with children, knowledge and skill using technology and be an organized self-starter. They...

Teacher Aide - Kindergarten, PT

  • Queensbury, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Queensbury, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Job Opening Information Teacher Aide - Kindergarten, PT Application Deadline 6/27/2025 Position Start Date 9/1/2025 Position Title Teacher Aide - Kindergarten, PT Required Application Type School...

2025-26 Anticipated Teaching Assistant (DW) 11

  • Hilton, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hilton, NY
  • 1 day ago

The Hilton Central School District has a vacancy for a 1.0 FTE Teaching Assistant. The preferred candidate would have experience working collaboratively with both students and staff, be flexible...

Teaching Assistant

  • Angola, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Angola, NY
  • 1 day ago

Childhood Education Birth - Grade 2 , Students with Disabilities Birth - Grade 2 Additional Job Information Teaching Assistant for Self-Contained and/or Integrated Consultant Teacher Classrooms in...

+ Works with staff, i.e. teachers, teacher's assistants, social workers and administration in a manner which is beneficial to the students. + Supervises students in the crisis room and utilizes...

Preschool Teacher Assistant

  • Hopewell Junction, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY
  • 1 day ago

childhood education!...

Teacher Aide, Victory Childhood Education at St. John's Parkside

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago

To learn more about our school, click here: OLVHS Early Childhood Education Program ( Our education program strives to provide specialized, high quality educational programming for students with and...

Assistant Teacher, Childtime on Southwestern Blvd

  • Orchard Park, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Orchard Park, NY
  • 1 day ago

Complete extensive training on childcare, preschool and child development topics....

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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