Substitute/TA Training
Our Substitute Teacher and Teacher Assistant training program prepares participants for success in today’s classrooms. This virtual workshop covers essential daily teaching strategies, behavior management, and includes the DASA and SAVE trainings required by New York State.
Participants also receive guidance on obtaining their Mandated Reporter certificate and navigating the certification process. Whether you're stepping in short-term or supporting students long-term, we’ll help you get classroom-ready with clarity and confidence.
See the full Workshop catalog and details below.
Substitute/TA Training
This training fulfills the harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention requirement for certification under the Dignity for All Students Act (The Dignity Act). It addresses social patterns such as marginalization, microaggressions, and acts of bias—whether based on race, color, weight, national origin, ethnicity, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, or sex.
The training emphasizes a proactive approach to building a positive school culture and climate, with the goal of creating affirming educational environments for all students. Successful completion satisfies the certification requirement outlined in §14(5) of Chapter 102 of the Laws of 2012.
Session also introduces steps to obtain the Mandated Reporter certificate.
Workshop Session
Info Coming Soon
Workshop Fees and Details
FEE: $60. Visa or Mastercard accepted.
Payment: Credit card payment can be made online. Send checks or money orders made out to Jefferson-Lewis BOCES to the following address:
BOCES
Attn: Bonnie Mosher
20104 St. Rt. 3,
Watertown, NY 13601
This is a self-paced class. Once payment has been received, online course instructions and a link to access the course will be emailed. The participant will have until the end of the month in which they registered to complete the course.
Teacher Assistant Certification Exam (ATAS)
Thinking about a long-term career in education? Teacher Assistants are essential partners in student learning. This program includes everything you need to get started, from certification guidance to test prep support. Participants will receive step-by-step direction on registering for the ATAS (NYS Teacher Assistant Certification Exam) and understanding their certification pathway.
The exam is administered by NYSTCE at multiple locations across the state and region.
Exam Registration
This is a computer-based test (CBT) with 100 response items. Participants should plan for a 3 hour 15 test run time.
You will receive preliminary test results at the conclusion of your test appointment.
Course Fees and Details
FEE: $54. Visa or Mastercard accepted.
Test registration fees must be paid using credit or debit card; VISA or MasterCard only or a debit or check card that carries the VISA or MasterCard logo and that can be used without the entry of a personal identification number (PIN).
Bank cards without a VISA or MasterCard logo cannot be accepted.
See NYSTCE Payment Information for more detail.
BOCES ATAS Coordinator
BOCES Substitute Teacher Training Coordinator