What are the requirements to become a Teaching Assistant? 

Any person employed, as a teaching assistant, shall hold one of the following credentials:
temporary license, continuing certificate, or a Level I, I, III or Pre-Professional certificate.

Level I Teaching Assistant Certificate (valid for 1 year, renewable for 1 year)

• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• Pass the New York State Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills (ATAS)
• Complete Child Abuse, Violence Prevention, and DASA  training courses

Level II Teaching Assistant Certificate (valid for 3 years; not renewable)

• Complete 9 semester hours of collegiate study toward a baccalaureate degree
• Have 1 year's experience as a Level 1 TA

Level III Teaching Assistant Certificate (continuously valid if 100 hours of acceptable Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) requirements are met every 5 years)

• Complete 18 hours of collegiate study (or 9 more than Level II requirement)

How do I apply to take a Civil Service exam? 

All information may be found online at the Dutchess County Department of Human Resources
You may also contact the  Dutchess County Personnel hotline at 486-2167 for dates of upcoming exams. 

What are the requirements for a teaching position in your District? 

New York State certification is required. For information on New York certification requirements, visit the New York State Education Department's Office of Teaching Initiatives 

How long are teaching applications kept in Human Resources?

Applications are kept on file for one year. 

What are the qualifications you require for substitute teachers and what is the rate of pay? 

Minimum education requirement is an Associate’s degree or 60 college credits, though NYS certification is preferred.   
The rate of pay for substitute teachers is:

Non-Certified Substitute Teacher:   $105/day
Certified Substitute Teacher:          $120/day

Plus Bonus Opportunity to be paid in July 2023:

      Sub for at least 50 days   = $500 bonus
      Sub for at least 75 days   = $750 bonus
      Sub for at least 100 days = $1,000 bonus (certified substitute teachers only)

I have a teaching certificate from another state. Can I apply for a teaching position in Arlington? 

We are only able to accept applications from candidates who have completed all requirements for NYS certification. If you have a teaching certificate from a state with which New York has certification reciprocity, you may qualify for a Conditional Initial certificate. For additional information and to apply for NYS certification, visit the New York State Education Department's Office of Teaching Initiatives