Teaching Assistant- Alternative Education

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES • Aurelius, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES located in Auburn, NY is now accepting applications for a NYS Certified Teaching Assistant in our Alternative Education Program for the 2026-2027 School Year. This is 10 month position that follows the school calendar. The Compass Program at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES is an alternative education program for middle and high school students who have experienced difficulty in attaining school success within a traditional learning environment. The program offers small class sizes and individualized support to help prepare students for a Regent’s diploma. The Compass Program offers: Small group instruction, at grade level, within a supportive setting Increased student engagement created from a project-based learning model Exposure to the community through public resources and academic field trips Strong development of communication between home and school Involvement in a full-day block schedule A structured program environment with clear expectations Accountability for individual actions Positive Incentive Programs Candidates should possess the ability to work with diverse middle and high school students in a variety of educational settings.

Requirements

• NYS Certification as a Teaching Assistant is required before the start date.

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse middle and high school students in a variety of educational settings.
• Provide small group instruction, at grade level, within a supportive setting.
• Increase student engagement through a project-based learning model.
• Facilitate exposure to the community through public resources and academic field trips.
• Develop strong communication between home and school.
• Support a structured program environment with clear expectations.
• Foster accountability for individual actions.
• Implement positive incentive programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed