Job Description

Position: Teaching Assistant — Summer 2026

Location: The Foote School, 50 Loomis Place, New Haven, CT

Job Type: Seasonal, 7:45-3:05pm

• Program Dates: 6/22-7/31, 8:00-3:00pm
• Curriculum PD: 5/16, 10:00am-1:00pm
• New Staff Orientation: 6/18, 10:00-3:00pm (pending NHPS snow days)
• All Staff Orientation: 6/22, 10:00-3:00pm

Start your teaching journey this summer.

Horizons at Foote (HAF) is hiring Teaching Assistants for our joyful, equity-focused summer academic program. Work directly with students, learn from veteran educators, and build real classroom skills that matter — especially if you’re considering a career in teaching.

This role is ideal for:

• College students, aspiring teachers, and educators in year 0–2.

What You’ll Get

• Real classroom experience + mentorship from certified educators
• Training + PD focused on teaching + child development
• Opportunities to lead small groups and activities
• Field trips + enrichment programming
• Free breakfast, lunch + snack every day
• $21/hour, 6/22–7/1 (training begins 6/18)

HAF Magic (Mission + Impact)

• 93% student attendance (students love being here)
• 100% swim instruction (confidence + joy + safety)
• Hands-on, project-based curriculum
• Strong SEL + community culture
• Multi-year model (students return year after year)
• No cost to families (equity in action)

What You’ll Do

• Support instruction + hands-on learning activities
• Work 1:1 or in small groups with students
• Help build a joyful classroom community
• Assist with planning, materials + logistics
• Join field trips, celebrations + special events

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• Kids energize you and you love helping them grow
• You’re curious about becoming a teacher (or already on that path)
• You’re patient, empathetic + collaborative
• You’ve worked with youth before (camp, coaching, tutoring, babysitting)

This role gives you:

• Exposure to real teaching + classroom management
• Coaching from lead teachers + program leaders
• Space to try teaching techniques in a supported environment
• Experience that translates to student teaching, grad school + hiring pipelines
• Letters of recommendation from practicing educators + ED
• Proof that you can work with diverse learners in a joyful, high-expectations setting

Past TAs have gone on to:

• Teacher prep programs
• TA → Lead Teacher pathway
• Grad school in education / social work / child development
• Full-time roles in schools + youth programs

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• You must be authorized to work in the United States.
• College coursework in education/child development preferred
• Prior youth experience helpful but not required

Apply Now

• Submit resume + cover letter + 3 references via Candidate Reference Form.
• Applications accepted until filled.

Horizons at Foote is an inclusive + equal opportunity employer.

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