Teacher Assistant (26-27 SY)

Position Overview The Teacher Assistant role is responsible for providing classroom support to the Lead Teacher and completing daily tasks within a classroom environment. Schools: Elementary and Middle. Duties/Responsibilities Assist teachers with instruction, assessments, grading, and other classroom responsibilities. Support students by providing one‑on‑one and small group tutoring daily, and small group intervention and student support with the potential of teaching small groups of students. Observe Lead Teachers to improve instructional techniques and classroom management. Provide administrative support including copies, hallway duty, organizing classroom materials, etc. Aids Lead Teacher in planning and presenting lessons and helps students learn. Participate in grade‑level activities and school‑wide functions, events, and trips. Provide consistent rewards and consequences for student behavior. Serve as an advisor to a small group of students. Track student attendance and class schedules. Help students adjust, learn, socialize, and report to teachers about possible behavioral issues. Ensures classrooms are safe and tidy before and after student departure. Supervise students during transitions, breakfast, lunch, and after school. Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues. Participate in annual three‑week staff orientation and training. Partner with the SPED Team to review material taught in class with individual students who require additional support. Assist Lead Teacher by problem‑solving and making timely determinations with classroom issues solution‑focused. Establish, cultivate, and maintain a collaborative relationship with the Lead Teacher. Responsible for managing and reducing risk within the classroom with the support of the Lead Teacher and seeking assistance when needed to resolve the matter. Comply with all federal, state, local laws and regulations, including those of the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family Services. Adhere to organization policies and procedures; promote and support mission, vision, and values, including developing and participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience High School Diploma/GED required. Valid NYS Teaching Assistant Certification or willingness to pursue state certification preferred. Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required. Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours. Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must read, write, and speak English fluently. Ability to stand, walk, sit, use fingers to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance; stoop/bend and reach, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear. Dexterity required for writing and operating standard office machines such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, phones, and calculators. Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds. Work Perks Generous time‑off. Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage. Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match. Childcare benefits. Unparalleled work/life integration. Casual dress code. Relocation stipend (conditions apply). And so much more! Salary Competitive salary ranging from $39,200 – $44,821, based on an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. Location This role is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, NY. #J-18808-Ljbffr