Description

Concord Road Elementary School is seeking Teaching Assistants for the 2026-2027 school year.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:

The Teaching Assistant works under the general supervision of a certified teacher to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development of students. This role involves providing one-on-one and small-group instructional support, preparing and organizing classroom materials, and assisting in classroom management. The Teaching Assistant also supervises students during transitions, lunch, and recess. In addition to instructional support, the Teaching Assistant helps monitor student progress, addresses behavior concerns, and performs clerical tasks such as grading, attendance tracking, and recordkeeping, contributing to a well-functioning and inclusive classroom environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with the teacher to support lesson planning and preparation
Lead or assist with small-group work, remediation, and enrichment
Provide targeted support to students with special education or language needs
Supervise during non-instructional times (recess, lunch, field trips)
Assist with grading, data entry, classroom setup and cleanup
Help maintain a welcoming and affirming classroom environment
Observe students and provide feedback to teachers on academic or behavioral progress
Participate in IEP meetings, trainings, and professional development (whenever possible)
Operate classroom technology and assist with instructional materials preparation

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must hold a valid New York State Teaching Assistant certificate or classroom teaching certificate.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

10 month position - 4 year probationary period

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated annually by building administration.

Concord Road Elementary School

Ardsley School District

Ardsley Union Free School District is a regular school district located in Westchester County with 3 schools, 217 teachers and 2,412 students. Total Revenue is $77,742,000 and is trending up. Ardsley Union Free School District spends $27,460 per student per year on instruction.