Probationary Teaching Assistant - Kindergarten (Sidway) Grand Island CSD 1100 Ransom Road Grand Island , NY 14072 Certified - Teaching - Teaching Assistant {TA} Job Number 3300053634 Start Date Open Date 10/01/2025 Closing Date 10/11/2025 Posting Date: October 1, 2025 Application Deadline: October 11, 2025 Position Title: Probationary Teaching Assistant (Kindergarten) Anticipated Employment Date: ASAP Anticipated Work Location/Hours: Sidway Elementary Salary: $28,613 per GITA contract Duties: A Kindergarten TA supports the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment for young learners. Their responsibilities typically include assisting with classroom management, preparing learning materials, supporting students during lessons and activities, supervising during recess and meals, and helping to meet the social, emotional, and academic needs of students. The TA may work with small groups or 1:1. Minimum Qualifications: ● Strong understanding of foundational skills to effectively support students' reading, writing, and math development ● Communicate effectively with students ● Cultural competency and sensitivity ● Maintain a positive attitude ● Patience and empathy ● Build rapport with students Qualifications Desired: ● Good organizational skills ● Being resourceful ● Mature active listening skills ● Knowledge of de-escalation techniques Application Procedure: + Apply online by visiting WNYRIC (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) . + Internal candidates need only submit a letter of interest to Personnel. GRAND ISLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Job Attachment View Attachment Itinerant Location Sidway Elementary