1:1 Instructional Assistant at Auburn Integrated Preschool

Auburn Integrated Preschool

Auburn (MA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 36,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Auburn Public Schools is seeking a 1:1 Instructional Assistant for Auburn Integrated Preschool in Auburn, Massachusetts. The role supports classroom teachers, assists students with varying abilities, and participates in IEP/TEAM activities with immediate start date.

The position is part-time, with Monday–Friday morning sessions. Responsibilities include providing instructional assistance, preparing materials, and maintaining confidential student records.

Qualifications

Trained in Applied Non-Violent Restraint (ANV)
Ability to perform essential functions satisfactorily
Experience or willingness to participate in TEAM/IEP meetings and conferences

Responsibilities

Assist students and staff in various classrooms
Maintain confidentiality of student information
Prepare materials for teachers and students
Attend parent conferences and TEAM meetings as requested
Administer assessments to individuals or small groups
Substitute for teachers as needed
Support in reinforcement programs and progress reporting

Skills

ANV training

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Meets Highly Qualified Standards (NCLB)

Experience in educational setting

Understanding of child development

Job description

1:1 Instructional Assistant at Auburn Integrated Preschool

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Job Details

Job ID: 5953851

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Reports to: Classroom or Special Educators for daily consultation and, through those teachers, to the building principal or assistant principal for assignments and evaluations

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to students and staff while working in and out of a variety of classrooms

maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records
provides reinforcement to students in small and large groups
plans and provides modified lessons under direct supervision of special/general educators or specialists
prepares materials for teachers and students, as requested
attends parent conferences and TEAM meetings, as requested
administers assessments to individuals or small groups, as needed
meets with teachers/specialists for curriculum discussions, as requested
meets with administrators, teachers and other specialists to discuss school issues, as requested
carries out personal health and safety protocols, including diaper changing as necessary, with appropriate training
compiles reports of daily accomplishments and/or behaviors for regular meetings with regular and special educators, as well as with the consulting teacher for integration to review students' progress. These reports may be sent home daily, under the direct supervision of the consulting teacher for integration and/or other regular or special educators
assists in ordering supplies and materials, as requested
substitutes for teachers, as requested
assists in the development and implementation of a reinforcement program
participates in in-service training programs and/or professional development programs, as assigned
provides information to be included in the preparation of progress reports
provides escort and assistance to assigned student(s) as necessary throughout the building
performs other duties, as assigned

Ability to

maintain status as outlined under federal, state and/or local jurisdiction as Highly Qualified
work with children of varying abilities, including children with substantial disabilities
implement a structured behavior plan and work with appropriate staff to modify when necessary
arrive promptly for school, scheduled classes and duties
support and follow established school policies
engage in activities to develop self-worth and dignity of students
recognize and provide for individual differences among students
communicate effectively with students, teachers, and administration
modify student work to match students' level of understanding and development
maintain cooperative and productive working relationship when dealing with students and staff
solve practical problems with students and staffunderstand and carry out oral and written directions
plan and organize work to meet deadlines
provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner

Knowledge of

child development and challenges faced by students with and without learning or substantial disabilities
curriculum expectations of grade level/discipline to which he/she is assigned
available assistive technologies, with appropriate training
effective use of computer and relevant educational software applications
interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
safe operation of school equipment necessary to successfully complete daily tasks, including but not limited to copier, risograph, laminator, and paper cutter
telephone/computer techniques and etiquette

Qualifications

evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily, including those noted in specific job category as noted below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required
Trained in Applied Non-Violent Restraint (ANV), as determined by District and provided by them

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field or demonstrated specialized knowledge and skills preferred
meets Highly Qualified Standards per No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)
experience in working within an educational setting preferred
an understanding of child development and the ability to work with children of varying abilities are essential skills

Terms of Employment

The Instructional Assistant is employed on an annual basis based on the number and placement of students requiring instructional support and the evaluation of the building principal or assistant principal.

Hourly rate of pay as determined by current contract and experience.

Job-Specific Essential Functions, in addition to those noted above

Special Education Instructional Assistant:

assists in the writing of progress notes
attends TEAM meetings and IEP meetings, as requested

Position Type

Position Type: Part-time

Salary

Salary: $18 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Auburn Public Schools do not discriminate against students, parents, employees, and the general public. All programs, activities, and employment opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, limited English proficiency and disability.

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