Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in New York City, NY

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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Math Tutor (2025-2026)

  • Newark, NJ (8 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (8 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

plans to accelerate math student learning and social-emotional development during the core block and small group instruction Creating exemplar student math responses and anticipating misconceptions...

Bilingual Spanish-Speaking 3rd-5th-Grade ELA Tutor

  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Position: Bilingual Spanish-Speaking 3rd-5th-Grade ELA Tutor Location: PS 86 Q., 8741 Parsons Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11432 About Us: At PRACTICE, we believe in creating opportunities for every student...

Bilingual Spanish High School Biology Tutor (5-Day Schedule)

  • Brooklyn, NY (1 mile from New York City, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (1 mile from New York City, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Position: Bilingual Spanish High School Biology Tutor Location: Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence, 797 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221 About Us: At PRACTICE, we believe in...

Computer Lab Teaching Asst-Chatsworth

  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number: MAMN... Start Date: 2018-01-02T00:00:00 End Date: 2017-12-15T00:00:00 Description: Application Type Name: Teaching Assistant District Name: Mamaroneck U.F.S.D. Region Name: Lower...

Special Education - Program Teaching Assistant

  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number: MAMN... Start Date: 2024-08-29T00:00:00 End Date: 2024-07-15T00:00:00 Description: Location: Mamaroneck Avenue SchoolSupervisor: Building PrincipalRequirements: Candidates must hold a...

Teacher Aides - Special Education ESY Program

  • Harrison, NY (23 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrison, NY (23 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Fifteen (15) Teacher Aides (experience working with students with autism and/or developmental disabilities) Location: TBD Qualifications: Appropriate certification Effective: July 1 - August 11,...

Teaching Assistant - Middle School

  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

plans that support children's developmentDesign and complete documentation panels for the classrooms and hallwaysMaintain up to date and accurate education folders to include complete incident reports...

Teaching Assistant - Probationary

  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number: MAMN0187209-NY1390 Start Date: 2021-02-08T00:00:00 End Date: 2021-02-22T00:00:00 Description: Application Type Name: Teaching Assistant District Name: Mamaroneck Region Name: Lower...

Small-Group Elementary School ELA and Math Tutor

  • Arverne, NY (13 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arverne, NY (13 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

What Youll Do: Work closely with teachers to provide engaging, small-group instruction in Math and ELA....

Bilingual Spanish High School Biology Tutor

  • Brooklyn, NY (1 mile from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (1 mile from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Bilingual Spanish High School Biology Tutor Location: Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence, 797 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221 About Us: At PRACTICE, we believe in...

Small-Group Middle School ELA Tutor

  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Small-Group Middle School ELA Tutor Location: Accion Academy, 977 Fox St, Bronx, NY 10459 About Us: At PRACTICE, we believe in creating opportunities for every student to succeed. Were...

Bilingual Teaching Assistant

  • Brooklyn, NY (1 mile from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (1 mile from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Will assist the Teacher in the development of all lesson plans and curriculum for all assigned youth in the program....

Teacher Aide (Structured Study Hall)

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Opening Information Teacher Aide (Structured Study Hall) Application Deadline 3/10/2025 Position Start Date 4/9/2025 Position Title Teacher Aide (Structured Study Hall) Required Application...

Teaching Assistant (30 hours)

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Opening Information Teaching Assistant (30 hours) Job Number 24-172 Application Deadline 3/17/2025 Position Start Date 3/24/2025 Position Title Teaching Assistant (30 hours) Required...

Classroom Aide (Aba/Llc Classroom - Aba Experience Preferred)

  • Emerson, NJ (18 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Emerson, NJ (18 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/Classroom Aide Date Posted: 3/10/2025 Location: Memorial Elementary School Date Available: 04/01/2025 Closing Date: 03/28/2025   Memorial School 1 Haines...

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in New York City, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.1%
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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