Teaching Assistant - Companion Animals Program

We are seeking a knowledgeable and dependable Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our Companion Animals Program. The TA will support the lead instructor in delivering hands-on and classroom instruction across animal health, nutrition, behavior, grooming, and husbandry. The ideal candidate has direct experience handling diverse companion animals-including dogs, cats, rodents, reptiles, and fish-and a passion for guiding students toward careers in the animal industry.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Teaching Assistant

REPORTING STRUCTURE:

The Teaching Assistant reports to the CTAE Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Bilingual preferred.

• 2-5 years of field experience required.

• Satisfactory SAFIS, CORI, and SORI background checks required.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent-Director may find appropriate and in conformity with state and federal law.

DUTIES:

• Under supervision, assists the Teacher in the administration of instruction in traditional and non traditional settings;
• Assist the Teacher in the preparation of lessons and other related learning materials;
• Integrates the basic principles of child development to complement learning goals;
• Redirects and adapts students who are observed having difficulties towards the appropriate classroom resources;
• Builds formidable and educationally appropriate relationships with students;
• Implements appropriate accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities;
• Performs other duties as required and assumes such other responsibilities as the Coordinator or their Designee may assign.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 30 pounds at times. The position may require in and out-of-district travel.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• This is a 10-month position, 184 day position, with hours to be set by the Coordinator or designee.
• Salary and fringe benefits are established by the Superintendent-Director in accordance with the policies established by the School Committee.