TEACHING ASSISTANT, ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION

Exceptional package including but not limited to:

• Paid annual holidays

• Attendance Incentives

• Schedule follows BOCES school calendar or host site school calendar

• Summers off with the option to work summer

• Generous paid personal/sick time

• Premium Health plans (GST pays 80%)

• Premium Dental and Vision Plans

• FSA & HRA

• NYS Retirement System

• 403b Plan/457 optional

• Additional stipends per EA contract

• Optional short-term disability

• Longevity pay

• Bonus sick

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 7-hour day, 10-month, school calendar position

Students have behavioral management needs and/or physical disabilities. The teaching assistant must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom which may consist of the following:

• Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity.

• Assists with the instruction of students.

• Possesses the stills and demonstrate the ability to instruct the unit plans/lesson plans provided by the teacher in the classroom.

• Demonstrates the knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans. (writing and implementing).

• Possesses the overall ability to make good decisions.

• Has the ability to take the role of the teacher in his/her absence.

• Demonstrates the ability to be a team player and promote positive and cooperative working relationships.

• Possesses knowledge of State and Federal Special Education regulations.

• Possesses good problem-solving and communication skills.

• Able to provide instruction following the New York State Common Core Learning Standards.

• Keeps and records anecdotal records and data on student behavior and academics.

• Collaborates with all staff involved in the education of the students.

• Possesses the ability to provide a safe, positive and caring learning environment for all students.

• Demonstrates knowledge of NYS graduation and CDOS requirements.

• Carries out all other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Valid NYS Teaching Assistant Certification; must possess or be eligible to obtain at least a Level 1/Initial Teaching Assistant Certificate

• Experience working with students with special needs preferred.

Position Start Date:09/01/2026

Application Deadline:10/02/2026

Job Number: 030 AE26/27