What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant position at Wayland-Cohocton Central School District?
Teaching Assistant - Middle School
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Location: Wayland-Cohocton Elementary School
Start Date: September 2, 2026
Make a Difference—One Student at a Time!
Are you passionate about education and eager to support student success? We're looking for enthusiastic, dependable Teaching Assistants to partner with our educators and help create a positive, engaging learning environment where every student can thrive.
What You'll Do
Support classroom instruction by working with individual students and small groups
Assist teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and learning activities
Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom atmosphere
Help manage classroom routines and transitions
Observe student progress and share insights with the teaching team
Provide academic and behavioral support tailored to student needs
To see the full job description, go to: job description
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive, mission-driven school community
Gain hands-on experience in education
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Competitive benefits package, annual raises, paid time off, no holidays or weekends, have the same Holidays, Winter, Spring and Summer breaks as the students.
The chance to make a meaningful impact every single day
Job Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
A genuine passion for working with children and supporting learning
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and staff
Possession of or willingness to pursue a Teaching Assistant certification in New York State. For information on obtaining a TA certification, see: Teaching Assistant
Position Start Date:09/02/2026
Application Deadline:08/09/2026
Job Number: 072926_TA MS
Salary : $16 - $18