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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$37,041 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Opening Information Teaching Assistant Application Deadline
8/3/2026
Position Start Date
9/2/2026 Position Title
Teaching Assistant
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale
Per GFSSA Contract (starting at 18.50/hour)
Job Description Teaching Assistant - District Learning and Structured Study Hall Support The Teaching Assistant will supervise and support students participating in district learning courses, including French, and structured study halls. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, organized, and productive learning environment; assisting students with assignments, organization, and time management; monitoring student progress and participation; communicating with teachers and other staff; and encouraging students to remain engaged and complete their work. The successful candidate will be student-focused, professional, dependable, and highly organized. They should demonstrate patience, initiative, and a willingness to build positive relationships while motivating students to take responsibility for their learning. This is a 10 month position (6.5 hours per day, 8AM-3PM) that includes a compensation package with health, dental and retirement benefits. Job Qualifications Candidates must meet all New York State Teaching Assistant certification requirements. Job Category
Teaching Assistant
Job Location
Glens Falls High School