Teacher Assistant

Join a team that's dedicated to making a real difference in students' lives. Teacher Assistant, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future for our students. You'll partner with classroom teachers to bring learning to life, helping to plan and deliver engaging instruction, supporting student growth through meaningful assessments, and creating a classroom environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to thrive. This is more than a job, it's a chance to make a lasting difference every single day.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the teacher in planning and delivering rigorous and engaging instruction; Help implement a research-based curriculum aligned to grade-level standards and goals; Modify, differentiate, and extend learning experiences for all students, including those with disabilities, by integrating IEP recommendations; Design engaging, differentiated experiences that support English Language Learners (ELL); Support the assessment of student learning; Assist in tracking and support students as they work toward goals; Give students constructive, timely feedback; Use data to shape stronger instruction; Help create a safe, supportive, and welcoming classroom; Model and teach AMBER's core values; Reinforce routines, expectations, and positive behaviors; Partner with families to strengthen the home-school connection; Monitor student behavior during lunch and recess coverage; Keep families informed about student progress through report cards, conferences, and updates; Participate in professional development; Play an active role in school committees and events

Requirements

H.S Diploma/GED; New York State Teacher Assistant Certification is required; Familiarity with high-quality curriculum programs; Strong command of all Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs; A high degree of comfort and confidence engaging children in learning and interfacing with parents/caregivers; Commitment to create and maintain a safe and responsive learning environment; Capacity to develop strong relationships based on trust, respect, effective communication, and common goals; Ability to prioritize and manage multiple obligations and initiatives, strong attention to detail and excellent time management; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Completion and pass pre-employment Fingerprinting and Reference check process; Legally eligible to work in the United States; Perform other duties as assigned

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree; 2 years experience working with children in an afterschool, daycare, camp or school setting; Ability to speak, write and understand Spanish fluently

Benefits

Competitive salaries; Supplemental compensation opportunities; Benefits package starting on day 1; Medical plans averaging a $55 employee contribution monthly for single coverage (dependent options averaging $92-$124 per month); Dental & vision coverage; 403(b) retirement savings plan with organization-paid contribution after 1-year; Life insurance; Short-term and long-term disability coverage; Pre-tax commuter & transit benefits; Flexible spending/health reimbursement accounts; Longevity and referral bonuses; Generous paid time off; Access to a federal student loan debt reduction program; Professional development; Friendly work environment