Substitute Teaching Assistant

About the Role

The Department of Special Education at Nassau BOCES is seeking Substitute Teaching Assistants to support classroom teachers in pedagogical and classroom management tasks. This role is vital for ensuring continuity of care and instruction, particularly in the absence of the primary classroom teacher.

As a Substitute Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with individual students or groups on special instructional projects. Your day-to-day involves collecting student data, monitoring progress toward Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, and assisting students in utilizing instructional resources. You will also help develop instructional materials and provide the classroom teacher with critical insights to shape appropriate learning experiences.

Application Instructions

Candidates must hold New York State Education Department Certification (Teaching Assistant Level I, II, or III) or a New York State Teacher Certification in Special Education. Applications should be submitted with a focus on experience working with special education students and effective communication skills.

Equal Opportunity

Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or victim of domestic violence status. In accordance with Federal law, the organization provides equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Nassau BOCES does not discriminate or take retaliatory action against employees regarding reproductive health decision-making. For further information, please refer to Policies 0100, 0110, and 0115 on the Nassau BOCES website.