Early Learning Instructional Assistant – IEP/IFSP Support

Northwest Regional ESD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Regional Education Service District is seeking an Instructional Assistant for the Early Learning program at the Columbia Service Center in St. Helens. The role supports licensed staff with IEP/IFSP objectives, assists in small groups, and helps maintain student safety and classroom operations.

The position is 0.9375 FTE (37.5 hours per week), classified salary range $22.07–$26.39 per hour DOE, and temporary through the 2026/2027 school year. Bilingual Spanish is preferred when possible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift students from a wheelchair to the floor and back, and on and off a changing table.
• Child Care Central Background Registry Clearance (applies to Early Learning positions).
• Valid driver’s license; transportation and proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to speak Spanish (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials under the direction of a licensed teacher.
• Provide instruction under the direction of a licensed teacher.
• Assist the teacher in working with students to complete assignments.
• Assist the teacher in grading and recording students' assignments.
• Take and maintain data as needed by the licensed teacher.
• Assist students with restroom needs as advised.
• Maintain student safety and monitor behavior during recess, class, and bus loading/unloading.
• Notes discipline issues and completes paperwork for reporting this incidents.

Skills

Spanish (preferred)

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Google Suite

MS Word

Email

Job description

Northwest Regional Education Service District is seeking an Instructional Assistant for the Early Learning program at the Columbia Service Center in St. Helens. The role supports licensed staff with IEP/IFSP objectives, assists in small groups, and helps maintain student safety and classroom operations.

The position is 0.9375 FTE (37.5 hours per week), classified salary range $22.07–$26.39 per hour DOE, and temporary through the 2026/2027 school year. Bilingual Spanish is preferred when possible.