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We're seeking Special Needs Teaching Assistants to join the team for the 2026–2027 academic year! In this role, you'll aide in the support and guidance of high-risk and special needs students through academic instruction, social-emotional development, and enrichment activities in a low student-to-teacher ratio setting. High level of support for all staff. Apply Today!

Responsibilities:

• Aide in the delivery of academic instruction and mentor students in a supportive, flexible learning environment
• Aide in the delivery of social-emotional learning, art, physical education, and independent study into the curriculum
• Support students with IEPs and/or behavioral challenges using empathy, structure, and creativity
• Collaborate with staff and caregivers to promote student engagement and progress
• Maintain accurate records and communication related to student performance and development

Requirements:

• Experience working with high-risk and/or special needs students in K–12 settings
• Strong knowledge of core academic subjects and adaptive learning modalities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Creative, patient, and relationship-driven approach to teaching
• Ability to work independently and think on your feet in dynamic situations

We Offer:

• Competitive compensation structure: $25/hour
• School Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
• Paid holidays, snow days and personal days off
• Enjoy Summer Off! Program runs September 2025 – June 2026
• Operates out of the Adeline Wright Graham Boys & Girls Club in Schenectady, NY
• Small group ratios (3:2 or 1:1 student-teacher support)
• Ideal for retired teachers, grad students, or professionals seeking family-friendly hours!

Apply today!

True North K12 Learning is a student support program that exists for any student K-12 needing instruction while on leave from school. Our mission is to provide a learning program that is compassionate, comprehensive and uncomplicated.

True North teachers are highly qualified, passionate and enthusiastic about helping students manage academics so that students may concentrate on healing and growing. The student to teacher ratio is a maximum of 3:1.

True North offers a comprehensive NYS curriculum via Imagine Learning/Edgenuity and MiaPlaza asynchronous coursework along with the aid of highly qualified mentors. All students will have the opportunity to learn at their own pace.

Visit our website at: truenorthk12.com