Co-Teaching Special Education Instructional Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning First Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant to support teachers in a co-teaching environment and assist students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration, culturally responsive instruction, and tracking student progress while fostering an inclusive classroom.

Starting in August 2026, this full-time position offers a salary range of $29,238–$32,218 per year and requires at least an associate degree or ParaPro exam, plus

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate's degree or have passed the ParaPro exam.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Be driven by an unwavering belief that ALL children are capable of high achievement.
• Be willing to work long and hard to do whatever it takes to help students succeed.
• Care enough to demonstrate a sustained interest in children's lives and pursuits beyond the classroom environment.
• Give parents the information and tools they need to support their children's learning.
• Provide stimulation, culturally relevant instruction.
• Carefully track student performance and adjust instruction to meet the varied needs of each child.
• Be generous and open with your ideas and eager to hear the ideas of others.
• Be committed to lifelong learning and collegial collaboration.

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Learning First Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant to support teachers in a co-teaching environment and assist students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration, culturally responsive instruction, and tracking student progress while fostering an inclusive classroom.

Starting in August 2026, this full-time position offers a salary range of $29,238–$32,218 per year and requires at least an associate degree or ParaPro exam, plus