Teaching Assistant/ Teaching Aide

Duration: 12 Months

Schedule: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The teacher assistant reports directly to the Principal and works under the guidance and supervision of the principal or her designee. TAs perform many organizational and classroom management tasks to support both teachers and students.
• Helping teachers with lesson preparation
• Distributing and collecting learning materials
• Working with students on a one-on-one basis or in small groups
• Ensuring the wellbeing and safety of students at all times
• Assisting students who need special accommodations
• Assisting students with assignments or difficult concepts
• Assisting students with special learning requirements, including disabilities or English Language Learner students
• Collaborating with the teacher to identify students concerns and recommend solutions
• Attending staff meetings
• Observing state, school, and class rules and regulations

Skills and Qualifications:

• An effective teacher assistant possesses general knowledge in core content areas and uses a variety of soft skills to promote a safe, engaging, and educational experience in the classroom.
• High school diploma or GED
• Teacher Assistant Training Program Certificate or 6 months of related experience
• Training in classroom activities and teaching practices preferred
• Experience working with special needs students preferred
• Must pass a BCI
• Excellent communication skills including writing, interpersonal communication, and active listening
• Great organization and planning skills
• Collaboration and teamwork abilities
• Flexible and able to adapt in a rapidly changing environment
• In-depth knowledge of subjects or discipline they are assisting with
• Understanding of pedagogical best practices
• Ability to engage students grades 6-12
• Ability to work well with students with various learning needs
• Patience and empathy
• Compassionate, positive, and encouraging attitude

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000 professionals, including 600 Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico.

Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

As one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

With a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115 Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80 Fortune 500 and commercial clients.

TSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.

At TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.