Middle School Educational Assistant (TA)

Position Description: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 10-month position; Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma required.
• Must be enrolled in college pursuing a degree in education with the goal of becoming a certified teacher
• Experience working with young children in an educational setting.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• A commitment to CSEE’s mission, vision, and core values.

About us: The Charter School of Educational Excellence's mission is to develop students who are critical thinkers, motivated leaders, and lifelong learners. We are committed to a strong partnership with our teachers, parents, and community.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The Charter School of Educational Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

Job Overview: The Charter School of Educational Excellence seeks a certified, dedicated, and enthusiastic Educational Assistant to support our 5-8 classrooms. This role is ideal for an individual enrolled in college pursuing a teaching degree who is collaborative, student-centered, and passionate about childhood education. The educational assistant will work closely with lead teachers to support academic instruction, foster a safe and nurturing learning environment, and contribute to our students' overall success.

Compensation & Benefits:

Annual salary: $35,568. Health insurance, including vision and dental. The Charter School of Educational Excellence is a participating school in the New York State Teachers' Retirement System (NYSTRS), paid parental leave and professional development.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

Assist the teacher in delivering whole-group lessons by managing materials, supporting student engagement, and co-teaching when needed.

Lead small groups to provide differentiated instruction, reinforce concepts, and monitor student progress.

Offer individualized support for students who need additional academic or behavioral guidance.

Support the assessment process by administering assessments, collecting formative data, and providing student feedback.

Student Supervision & Safety

Monitor student behavior and transitions in classrooms, hallways, recess, and outdoor spaces.

Support safety protocols during drills and daily routines.

Address minor health or emotional concerns and help students regulate behaviors.

Classroom Organization

Prepare and organize materials for lessons and activities.

Help set up and clean learning areas to maintain an engaging classroom environment.

Documentation & Reporting

Record student behavior, performance, and progress using platforms such as PowerSchool.

Maintain logs, small group notes, and data for use in progress reports and report cards.

Coverage & Supervision

Lead the class in the teacher’s absence or during meetings.

Supervise students during arrival, special classes, dismissal, transitions, and lunch/recess periods.

Behavior Management

Implement classroom and school-wide management strategies, including ClassDojo and PBIS rewards

Encourage positive behavior and mediate student conflicts using school-wide systems.

Family & Community Engagement

Support or participate in parent-teacher conferences.

Help prepare communication materials such as newsletters or progress updates.

Communicate with families regarding student behavior and achievement when appropriate.

Inclusive Support

Assist in supporting students with IEPs and implementing necessary accommodations.

Provide extra support during extracurricular activities, events, and field trips.

Professional Growth

Attend and engage in school-wide professional development.

Apply learned strategies and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Technology Support

Help students use educational technology tools.

Assist with setting up and troubleshooting tech for lessons and assessments.

Other tasks as assigned by the Principal or her designee

Qualifications:

High School diploma required.

Enrolled in college pursuing a degree in education with the goal of becoming a certified teacher

Experience working with young children in an educational setting.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

A commitment to CSEE’s mission, vision, and core values.

Work Environment: This position requires sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods. This position often requires supervising students beyond the classroom (in hallways, during lunch, recess, dismissal, and school events) as part of their routine duties. They are expected to maintain a safe and orderly environment in all school settings and follow all school safety protocols and procedures. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application & selection process

After submitting your resume, CSEE will review your application materials. CSEE will invite candidates whose qualifications and experience demonstrate a strong record of success to interview with the school’s leadership team.