Even the best teacher may need someone to help them in the classroom. Teaching assistants provide invaluable assistance working with students under the supervision of a certified teacher. They must be well versed in the principles of reading, writing, math, and instructional support.
But before teaching assistants enter the classroom, they must pass the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations (NYSTCE) Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills (ATAS) (095) Test.
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The NYSTCE ATAS (095) exam contains 100 multiple-choice questions, and you will be given 3 hours to complete it.
The questions are split into four subcategories:
The questions in this section assess your ability to understand and interpret various aspects of the reading process. As you move through the Reading section, you will be given a selection of passages to read and answer questions about.
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The questions in this section assess your ability to understand various aspects of written English.
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The questions in this section assess your ability to understand and apply various aspects of basic mathematics.
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The questions in this section assess your ability to understand various aspects of classroom instruction.
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To register for the exam, you will need to create an NYSTCE account and complete the registration process there. It is recommended that you complete the registration process at least 30 days in advance of taking the exam.
During this process, you will be asked some questions about your educational history, as well as your current education level, first language, matriculation status, and the education code for the NYC Department of Education program type you are associated with.
The fee to take the exam is $54.
On the day of the test, you should arrive at the testing center at least 15 minutes earlier than the scheduled exam time.
When you arrive, you will be asked to provide a valid form of photo ID. If you do not bring proper identification or your ID is deemed invalid, you will not be let into the testing room.
Before the test begins, you will be asked to place all personal items in a locker outside the testing room, or you may be asked to leave them in your car. Personal items include your phone, calculator, books, notes, bag/backpack, hat, food, highlighters, and any recording devices.
Once the test begins, you will be allowed to take breaks. However, the timer will not be stopped during your break, so you must use your break time carefully.
Your total score is reported within the range of 100-300 and is based on your performance on all sections of the test. To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of 220.
You should receive your test results roughly 2-4 weeks after taking the exam. When you receive your score report, you will see your total score, your pass/fail status, and your scores for each subarea of the test. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) will receive your scores, and they will add the scores to your certification application file.
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