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)

“I stay at Horizons because the kids inspire me every single day and remind me why this work matters. The energy, growth and sense of purpose here make it a place I actually want to be.”

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.