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Job description
Portledge School Teaching Assistant
Portledge School is accepting applications for a part-time teaching assistant in Early Childhood for the school year. This position would support the classroom teacher and students and participate in team meetings and planning as appropriate. The Early Childhood Teaching Assistant will report to the Director of Early Childhood.
Our faculty work in a warm, collaborative environment.
Delivering consistent high-quality instruction, mentoring and teaching to students
Participating in collaborative planning and ongoing professional development and a professional learning community
Staying current with current educational research and pedagogy related to classroom instruction and educational trends
They are
Lifelong, intellectual learners who have a passion for teaching and mentoring children
Interested in and committed to teaching subject matter from multiple cultural perspectives
Clear about instructional goals
Knowledgeable about content
Clear communicators with their students about what is expected of them and why
Knowledgeable about their students
Willing to teach students metacognitive strategies
Prepared to offer effective feedback
Excited about and responsible for student outcomes
Qualifications:
BA Degree minimum; degree preferred in relevant area(s).
Teaching certification preferred; required for all elementary teaching positions.
Ability to walk and stand continuously for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 30lbs periodically.
Experience working with young children is preferred.
Ability to develop trusting, supportive relationships with students.
Willingness to assist with diaper changing, potty training, mealtimes, and outdoor play.
A commitment to the qualities embodied by the Portledge pillars: Kindness, Purpose, Honor, Respect.
Desire to nurture the whole child and to support students by attending school events such as art, music, theater, athletics and community functions.
Commitment to excellence and to professional and personal growth.
Familiarity with and ability to use Google docs, drive and slides as both a professional collaboration tool and an integrated instructional tool in the classroom.
Application Notes:
Please apply through the link provided on our Careers Page with your resume and cover letter
Start Date: On or around August 24, 2026
Compensation: $23.00-$25.00 per hour
Worksite address
locust valley, NY, 11560, US
Who can apply
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