Teacher Assistant at Amber Charter Schools in New York, NY

Our Commitment:

Amber Charter Schools understands specific groups are subject to marginalization. We believe these powerful groups should be centered in our community and are highly encouraged to apply. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation/affectional preference, gender (including gender nonconformity, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, and gender identity or expression), sexual and reproductive health decisions, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, age, familial status, partnership status, caregiver status, pregnancy status, uniformed service, military and veteran status, employment status, disability, political affiliation, height, weight or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, rule or regulation.

Position Summary

Join a team that’s dedicated to making a real difference in students’ lives. Teacher Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future for our students. You’ll partner with classroom teachers to bring learning to life, helping to plan and deliver engaging instruction, supporting student growth through meaningful assessments, and creating a classroom environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to thrive. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to make a lasting difference every single day.

Essential Responsibilities

Instructional Planning & Delivery

• Collaborate with the teacher in planning and delivering rigorous and engaging instruction.
• Bring learning to life by helping implement a research-based curriculum aligned to grade-level standards and goals.
• Utilize consistent school-wide practices and diverse, individualized methods to engage students in the classroom.
• Under the guidance of the classroom teacher, modify, differentiate, and extend learning experiences to engage all students, including those with disabilities, by integrating Individual Education Plan (IEP) recommendations.
• Collaborate to design engaging, differentiated experiences that support English Language Learners.(ELL)
• Encourage student voice and ownership by promoting a classroom where students lead and take charge of their learning journey.

Student Assessment

• Support the assessment of student learning.
• Assist in tracking and support students as they work toward goals, ensuring no milestone goes unnoticed.
• Give students constructive, timely feedback that builds confidence and drives improvement.
• Use data not just to measure progress, but to shape stronger instruction and refine your own practice.

Learning Environment

• Help create a classroom that feels safe, supportive, and welcoming for every student.
• Model and teach AMBER’s core values so students live them every day.
• Build a classroom culture that’s warm, structured, and encouraging, where risk-taking and creativity are celebrated.
• Reinforce routines, expectations, and positive behaviors with consistency and care.
• Partner with families to strengthen the home-school connection and ensure students feel supported everywhere they learn.

Student Support & School Culture

• Support school culture by monitoring student behavior during lunch and recess coverage.
• Keep families in the loop, support communication about student progress and classroom happenings through report cards, conferences, and ongoing updates.
• Be a lifelong learner yourself by participating in professional development and modeling growth for students.
• Welcome feedback as a tool to grow and elevate the student experience.
• Model teamwork, respect, and positivity showing students what it looks like to collaborate and support one another.
• Bring optimism and flexibility to every challenge, helping build a strong, resilient school community.
• Lift up colleagues, share ideas, and contribute to a culture of encouragement and continuous improvement.
• Play an active role in school committees and events, strengthening the sense of community across Amber.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• H.S Diploma/GED
• New York State Teacher Assistant Certification
• Familiarity with high-quality curriculum programs.
• Strong command of all Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs.
• A high degree of comfort and confidence engaging children in learning and interfacing with parents/caregivers.
• Commitment to create and maintain a safe and responsive learning environment.
• Capacity to develop strong relationships based on trust, respect, effective communication, and common goals.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple obligations and initiatives, strong attention to detail and excellent time management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Completion and pass pre-employment Fingerprinting and Reference check process
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 2 years experience working with children in an afterschool, daycare, camp or school setting
• Ability to speak, write and understand Spanish fluently

Amber’s Expectations

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Maintain a professional appearance
• Organizational fit for Amber culture, that is, exhibit the Amber Traits of Achievement, Community, Responsibility, Honesty and Respect

Equipment

• Laptop, Promethean board, classroom, and office equipment

Work Environment/Physical Effort:

• Regularly required to sit, stand for long periods of time, walk, climb stairs, speak loudly and clearly, visually observe, hear, operate a computer, and other classroom, school and office equipment, reach with hands and arms, bend down, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 20 pounds. Work is being performed in a traditional multi-floor school environment with limited to no elevator access.

Work Schedule

• 10 month work schedule
• Amber Charter East Harlem, Inwood and Kingsbridge Elementary school hours 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Compensation

• Amber Charter Schools strictly follow a salary schedule for each role to ensure our continued commitment towards pay equity. The expected salary range **** for this role is $34,963 - $56,494 , depending on verified relevant work experience, highest level of completed education, and required certifications and/or licenses for the role. This is an exempt position.

Who We Are:

In addition to Amber’s competitive salaries, Amber offers opportunities for supplemental compensation, an excellent benefits package starting on day 1, including medical plans averaging a $55 employee contribution monthly for single coverage (with dependent options available and averaging $92-$124 per month), dental & vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement savings plan with an organization-paid contribution after 1-year, various supplemental benefit options such as life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, pre-tax commuter & transit benefits and flexible spending/health reimbursement accounts, longevity and referral bonuses, generous paid time off, access to a federal student loan debt reduction program, professional development and a friendly work environment.